JOBS FOR MOB!

An exciting opportunity exists for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Education Officer, to contribute to building a culturally safe workforce by supporting the design and development of a wide range of initiatives. This includes supporting the delivery of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Practice Program (CPP), supporting career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, supporting the growth and retention of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce, and promoting and assisting with a range of culturally significant events within SCHHS and the wider community.

Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north.

The SCHHS is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.

Key Responsibilities include:
Support the coordination, development and implementation of initiatives that increase cultural capability within the SCHHS including those related to the Cultural Practice Program, growing, and retaining the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce and the promotion of significant cultural events.
Assist, develop and promote the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service's initiative to increase, support and retain the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce.
Develop and maintain strong links within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and with relevant organisations and demonstrate a sound knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and protocols.
Demonstrated ability to book and organise meetings and conferences, including preparing and circulating paperwork such as minutes as requested.
Assist in the development of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Action Plan, Health Equity and other strategic documents and reports as requested by the Service Manager.

Remuneration value up to $114 177 p.a., comprising salary between $90 832 - $100 071 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (AO4). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered).

Why work for us?

We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers

As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:

• A wellness program;
• Generous superannuation;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career training and development; and
• Salary packaging.

Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community

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