Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Liverpool Hospital (SWSLHD Districe Wide Service)
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $62,512.00 - $90,357.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ591452
Application Close Date: 24/08/2025
Interview Date Range: 20/08/2025 - 27/08/2025
Contact Details: Cheryl Porter-Pedras - 0418 477 930 | [email protected]
️In this role being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement, and is authorised by section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NSW). ️
About the Opportunity
We're currently seeking two Aboriginal Health Workers to join our Aboriginal Palliative Care and Cancer Services Team:
- 1 Aboriginal Health Worker
- 1 Male Aboriginal Health Worker
The Aboriginal Palliative Care and Cancer Services Team is a newly established team that will support Aboriginal patients and families accessing cancer treatment and/or palliative care services. The team will consist of a Team Leader, a Senior Aboriginal Health Worker and two Aboriginal Health Workers.
The team will work as part of hospital and community multidisciplinary teams to provide culturally responsive care and support for Aboriginal patients and their families. The Aboriginal Palliative Care and Cancer Services Team will play a pivotal role in supporting staff to ensure the cultural and psychosocial needs of Aboriginal patients and families are understood and met. The team will be required to work effectively with staff of the hospital and external organisations including local Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
This is your opportunity to be a part of an innovative new team and make a meaningful impact, supporting community in navigating their healthcare journeys.
What You'll Be Doing
The Aboriginal Health Worker (AWH) – Palliative Care and Cancer Services is responsible for supporting Aboriginal patients accessing SWSLHD Palliative Care and Cancer Services and ensuring their care is culturally responsive. The position will as part of the SWSLHD Aboriginal Palliative Care and Cancer Services Team and work in collaboration with existing multidisciplinary teams to ensure that the clinical, cultural and psychosocial needs of Aboriginal patients are met as they access treatment. To support the provision of holistic and coordinated care the position will establish and maintain linkages with a range of internal and external service providers. These key stakeholders will include the Aboriginal Chronic Care Team, Hospital Aboriginal Liaison Officers, Tharawal Aboriginal Medical Service and Gandangara Health Service.
Where You'll Be Working
SWSLHD operates its services on the lands of the Dharawal, Darug and Gundungurra lands and has a rich history of working alongside local Aboriginal communities. SWSLHD has long established partnerships with Aboriginal Organisations in our region that are critical to the way we operate and deliver our services.
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park. The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centres, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates. As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and/or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). This is an Aboriginal identified role; can you outline your connection to community and how this connection/knowledge will inform the way you work with community in this role?
- Cert IV Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Care or other relevant qualification and/or relevant experience working within Aboriginal Health services and a willingness to obtain the relevant qualification.
- Can you please outline your experience working in Health or with Aboriginal communities, including any relevant qualifications that may support you in this role?
- Can you please explain your understanding of the range of factors that have influenced the health status of Aboriginal communities and their access to health care.
- Can you describe your experience working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally responsive care coordination or case management services to Aboriginal patients and their families.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ️ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ️ background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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