Req ID: 7504
Date: 2 Jul 2026
Site: VCCC (Parkville)
Location:
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
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Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Unit: Chief Nursing Officer
Division: Chief Nursing Officer
Department: Chief Nursing Officer
Enterprise Agreement: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect
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Chief Nursing Officer
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Casual Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer
Aboriginal Health Unit | Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Casual, Ongoing position avilable.
Up to $46.47 (XY4) - $50.96 (ON40) per hour, plus applicable Casual Loading.
Parkville location, with multiple transport options at our doorstep.
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
The role
Join Australia's leading cancer centre and help ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families and carers receive culturally safe, respectful and person-centred care throughout their cancer journey.
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is seeking a Casual Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer (AHLO) to provide support during periods of leave and increased service demand within our Aboriginal Health Unit.
In this important role, you will advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and families, support communication between patients and healthcare teams, contribute to culturally appropriate care planning, and help connect people with community-based supports and services. You will work closely with nursing, medical and allied health teams across Peter Mac to improve patient experiences and outcomes.
Classification: Community Development Worker Class 3 Year 3
Employment Type: Casual
Location: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne
About You
You will:
Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and be accepted by the Victorian Aboriginal Community.
Have a strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, communities and kinship networks.
Demonstrate experience working in Aboriginal health, community services, primary care, welfare or a related field.
Have an understanding of Aboriginal health priorities, issues and initiatives.
Be an effective advocate with excellent communication, relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate strong organisational, administrative and problem-solving abilities.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support culturally safe and accessible healthcare.
Applicants with a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (or equivalent) will be highly regarded, as will those with experience working within a public hospital or large healthcare setting.
This is an opportunity to contribute to culturally safe cancer care at a world-leading cancer centre while supporting initiatives that strengthen equity, access and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Peter Mac is committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive and respectful workplace and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
For further information about the role, please contact the Aboriginal Health Unit.
Aboriginal Health Unit email: [email protected]
Hiring Manager: Andrew Dimech
Email: [email protected]
Applications Close: 11.59pm Thursday 2 July 2026.
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Position Summary
The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer (AHLO) plays a vital role in ensuring culturally safe, respectful, and person-centred care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, carers, and families accessing services at Peter Mac. As an advocate and cultural resource, the AHLO works in partnership with multidisciplinary teams to support the delivery of care that respects and responds to the cultural, spiritual, and social needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. This includes facilitating communication between patients and health professionals, participating in discharge planning, and connecting patients with culturally appropriate community services to ensure continuity of care beyond Peter Mac.
The AHLO also contributes to broader organisational efforts in cultural safety, equity, and community engagement. This includes active participation in committees such as the Reconciliation Action Plan Committee, input into policies and quality improvement initiatives, and the development of strong relationships with Aboriginal community-controlled organisations and health providers. With a deep understanding of Aboriginal culture, kinship, and health issues, the AHLO plays a key role in embedding cultural understanding across the health service and improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
Enterprise Agreement
Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026
Classification or Salary Range
Community Development Worker Class 3 Year 4
Immunisation Risk Category
A
Key Relationships
Internal
Aboriginal Health Unit Project Officer
Nursing, Medical and Allied Health Professionals
Diversity and Inclusion Consultants
Prevention and Wellbeing Team
External:
Royal Melbourne and The Women’s Hospital Aboriginal Health Units
National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO)
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS)
Skills
Essential
A person who is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and accepted by the Victorian Aboriginal community
Have a sound knowledge and understanding of First Nations culture, society, and kinship networks.
Demonstrated knowledge of experience in and commitment to the provision of First Nations health services in a mainstream health, primary care, or welfare sectors
An understanding of state and local Aboriginal health issues and initiatives
Demonstrated high level organisational and administrative skills and an ability to work effectively with others
Well-developed interpersonal, oral, and written health communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain strong links across the acute health and emergency care sector as well as community and government providers
Ability to help develop and implement initiatives that could improve the cultural safety and accessibility of services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families
Computer skills and experience in Microsoft applications
Demonstrated problem solving and organisational skills
Desirable
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (or equivalent), or willingness to attain relevant qualifications
Understanding of the operations of a large public hospital or similar health care setting
Key Accountabilities
1.Advocacy and Cultural Expertise
Advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their carers as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
Act as a resource in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and health issues, responses, and services.
Develop and maintain strong positive relationships with the Aboriginal Community, Aboriginal organisations, and community providers.
Develop strong internal networks and relationships to improve the delivery of care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients within and external to the organisation, including participation in relevant meetings.
Participate as an active member in Reconciliation Action Plan Committee and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Committee.
Contribute to policies and projects, including quality improvement activities as require
2.Quality Patient CareWork in partnership with patients, carers and families to ensure high-quality, culturally appropriate care.
Contribute to multidisciplinary discussions, family meetings and rounds for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
Supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patient participation in clinical trials/research.
Collaborate with clinical teams on culturally appropriate discharge planning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
Ensure timely documentation of and communication with the multi-disciplinary team of any cultural consideration and supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
Facilitate referrals to community-based Aboriginal health services.
3. Professional Development and Collaboration
Participate in supervision from more senior staff members and engage in Individual Development, Work Planning, and Annual Discussions.
Continue to learn through mandatory training and other learning activities to maintain professional growth.
Seek feedback on your work, including participation in annual performance discussions.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Peter Mac to ensure comprehensive, integrated patient care.
4. Safety and Wellbeing
Take reasonable care for your safety and wellbeing and that of others.
Prioritise wellbeing and ensure safe work practices are developed and adhered to in your area.
Speak up for safety, our values, and wellbeing, contributing to a supportive and secure work environment.
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
