Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.
Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.
Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.
We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.
Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.
Position Title: Aboriginal Liaison Officer (Identified Person)
Classification: HS3
Salary per hour: $39.18 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options
Employment Type: Ongoing part-time 24 hours per fortnight
Award: Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025 - 2027
Role description
Are you passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and ensuring culturally safe healthcare experiences?
Dhelkaya Health is seeking an Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer (AHLO) to provide culturally responsive support, advocacy, and guidance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families, and carers throughout their healthcare journey.
In this rewarding role, you will work closely with patients, community members, and healthcare teams to ensure care is delivered in a culturally safe and respectful manner. You will act as a key link between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and clinical services, helping to navigate the healthcare system, advocate for patient needs, and strengthen positive health outcomes.
As a trusted cultural advisor and educator, you will support staff across Dhelkaya Health to build cultural understanding and enhance the delivery of culturally appropriate services. You will also play an important role in improving the identification of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and contributing to organisation-wide initiatives that promote cultural safety, equity, and inclusion.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and helping to shape a more culturally responsive health service.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing cultural, emotional, and practical support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families/carers.
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Advocating for patient needs and promoting culturally safe care.
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Supporting patients to access appropriate services and supports.
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Acting as a cultural broker between patients, families, communities, and healthcare staff.
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Providing cultural advice, education, and guidance to staff.
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Building strong relationships with Aboriginal communities and key stakeholders.
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Contributing to initiatives that improve access, experience, and health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Join us in creating a health service where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people feel welcomed, respected, and empowered in their care.
About you
Although there is no mandatory qualification needed for this position qualification or experience in a relevant field would be an advantage (i.e. Aboriginal Health, Project Management, Human Resources)
Essential:
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A sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, society and kinship networks
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Computer skills and the ability to effectively utilise the Microsoft office suite
Culture and Benefits
Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vib rant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.
From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:
Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work.-
Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
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Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passportmembership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
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Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
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Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
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Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.
https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/
The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check, WWCC and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check (as applicable), and comply with Dhelkaya Health's Vaccination Policy.
Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together – we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.
For further information about this position, please contact Melinda Harper – Aboriginal Health Inclusion Coordinator on 03 5471 3308
Applications close 9th August 2026
We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as applications may be reviewed and progressed before the closing date.
Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.
