• Temporary Full Time (38 hours per week) up to July 2027
• Health Manger Level 2
• $2,277.14 - $2,686.44 per week + annual leave loading + Superannuation
• Concord Repatriation General Hospital
• REQ678972

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

Concord Repatriation General Hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond.

The Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator works with the Aboriginal Cultural Capability Team Leader to promote and champion cultural capability, safety and responsiveness throughout the organisation. The position develops key initiatives and delivers education and training for employees to enhance cultural capability and inclusivity within the workplace. 

The position is dedicated to strengthening organisational cultural capability and engaging with local Aboriginal communities to drive meaningful change. The role collaborates with diverse stakeholders to deliver initiatives across NSW Health. It supports staff at all levels to build culturally safe and respectful practices, while also working to empower Aboriginal employees.

The Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator is primarily responsible for the rollout of the Health Agency’s Aboriginal cultural training program Respecting the Difference and other bespoke cultural training. This includes the coordination, facilitation, evaluation and reporting on learning outcomes for all staff. These initiatives are aimed at enhancing the ability of all staff across the Health Agency to improve service delivery through positive changes to practice, particularly when interacting with Aboriginal people as work colleagues, patients and visitors.

The position works closely with key internal and external stakeholders to support the development of strategies for continuous quality improvement and the overall development of a culturally responsive and safe health service. 

This position requires a deep understanding of the impact of history impacting on Aboriginal people today, particularly in the health sector.   

The Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator will also play a key role in providing cultural mentoring, guidance and support to Aboriginal staff across the District, including trainees and emerging leaders, while strengthening professional development pathways, cultural capability, career progression opportunities, and workforce retention through culturally safe and supportive practices. 

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate 

• This is an identified Aboriginal position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977. Applicants selected for an interview will be required to provide “Confirmation of Aboriginality” documentation at interview. Relevant tertiary qualifications, or equivalent experience in developing and delivering training and development programs in the Aboriginal cultural capability and/or Aboriginal workforce development space. Current NSW Drivers Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable) and willingness to drive / travel to all sites and services within SLHD.
• Demonstrated ability to address challenges related to cultural capability, inclusion and systemic barriers in diverse and complex workplace settings.
• Demonstrated experience in training and group facilitation and presentation, particularly in cultural capability training. 

Benefits and Perks!

• Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading 
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus  
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
• The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym 

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits 

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health 

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 

For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working with Us’ 

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For enquiries, please contact Dee McNamara on 0447 874 022 or email at [email protected] using the subject line: Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator (Identified) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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