Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Liaison Officer

South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Liaison Officer to join our Primary and Community Care Team in Charleville.

Join us in building better health in the bush!

Your opportunity

As the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Liaison Officer you will provide support and advice on the health pathways aimed at improving the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

By developing and maintaining networks with a range of stakeholders including local Elders, and staying up to date on current health issues, policy and programs, you will ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are connected to services in a respectful and appropriate manner appropriate to their health needs.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care support in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

charleville is a designated Remote Incentive Scheme (RIS) site in accordance with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce (Queensland Health) Certified Agreement (No.3) 2025. This attracts additional entitlements which may include:

• An annual isolation bonus paid annually!
• Professional development leave!
• Return airfares (including your spouse and dependent children) to the nearest provincial city in conjunction with leave!
• Additional annual leave per annum!
• Appointment and transfer expenses!

Please note: Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) implications may apply, it is recommended that individuals seek independent financial advice.

Escape the city crowds and discover the red dirt wonderland where the skies are as big as the characters you will meet. Charleville is the largest town in South West Queensland, situated on the banks of the Warrego River in the heart of Mulga Country. Charleville is a reminder that the good things in life shouldn't be hurried, it's a chance to embrace the simple things in life and a celebration of community spirit with the annual Charleville Cup Races the highlight of summer.

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.

• Top remuneration packages matched to your experience!
• Outback sunsets and friendly community vibes!
• Make a positive difference to members of our community!

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

Take a look at what Charleville has to offer! https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/town/charleville/  & https://www.aussietowns.com.au/town/charleville-qld 

For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/