Join the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing Directorate and help shape culturally safe, community-connected healthcare across the region.

In this rewarding role, you’ll provide advocacy, care coordination, and culturally responsive support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families, and carers, while helping staff strengthen cultural capability and understanding.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and are passionate about community, culture, and making a difference where it matters most, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants with relevant knowledge, skills, and experience who are committed to obtaining the required qualification within an agreed timeframe are encouraged to apply.

Job details

About us:

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing Directorate plays a vital role within Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS). Grounded in cultural respect and community connection, the Directorate provides expert guidance to support culturally safe and responsive healthcare planning, workforce development, and service delivery.

Working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the team is committed to improving access to care, strengthening health experiences, and achieving better health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the role:

• Provide culturally safe support, advocacy, and care coordination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families, and carers accessing CQHHS services.
• Assist patients to navigate the healthcare system through discharge planning, explaining medical information, and connecting with family and community supports.
• Advocate for culturally capable healthcare by contributing a cultural lens to case conferences, care planning, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Support and educate staff to strengthen understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, beliefs, and healthcare needs.
• Build strong community connections, identify gaps in service delivery, maintain culturally relevant health resources, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

About you:

• As the successful applicant, you will hold, or be willing to complete, a Certificate IV, Diploma, or higher qualification in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, health, community services, or a related field relevant to the role.
• Applicants with relevant knowledge, skills, and experience who are committed to obtaining the required qualification within an agreed timeframe are encouraged to apply.
• This is an identified position under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), and applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong links within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community and with relevant organisations and demonstrate a sound knowledge of Indigenous culture and protocols.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $9,816 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $39.00 - $52.06 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6E683975

Applications close: Tuesday, 9 June 2026

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK6E683975 - Indigenous Hospital Liaison Officer (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  Evidence-of-Attribute (PDF)