About Us

East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships.  We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services:

The Development and Improvement Department supports East Grampians Health Service by delivering, implementing and monitoring systems and processes that provide the framework for good clinical governance reflecting government and community expectations.

What We Offer

• Regional Lifestyle – explore our region
• A variety of employee benefits
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities

About The Role

The First Nation Liaison Lead will support East Grampians Health Service to provide culturally safe health services to First Nation people. This position functions as an Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer (AHLO) through which advocacy and liaison for First Nation clients and their families navigating the health system is offered.

The position also assists with activities that align with the EGHS cultural safety plan and other initiatives. This could include coordinating significant cultural day celebrations, developing and delivering tailored education for staff, preparing reports on First Nation matters and supporting engagement and community consultation with relevant First Nation people and organisations.

About You

This is an identified position – you must identify as being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent to apply.

This position is well suited to a person with strong communication skills who can actively engage with First Nation consumers, families, health service staff and external agencies.

Demonstrated sound organisational and administrative skills (including Microsoft Office programs), including the ability to prepare plans, submissions and reports, are required.

Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check).

East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information please contact Jaclyn Bishop, Director, Development and Improvement on 03 5352 9426.

Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business 29th August 2025.