Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Welcome Lounge Admin Officer

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 9 months with possibility of extension and or permanency Classification: Administrative Service Officer Level 3 (PN 72608)

Salary:
$78,755 – $84,284 (Plus 12.5%25 Super)

Location:
The Canberra Hospital, Garran Section: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Hub Closing Date: Sunday 15th November 2026 What can

we offer
you:
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
• Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop.

About the Role
Join Canberra Health Services (CHS) in a dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position that plays an important role in supporting culturally safe, responsive and inclusive healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Working within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Welcome Lounge, you will help create a culturally welcoming and supportive environment for consumers, families and carers accessing Canberra Hospital. As the first point of contact for the service, you will provide high-quality administrative and reception support, assist consumers to navigate healthcare services, facilitate referrals and contribute to culturally safe care throughout the healthcare journey. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers while supporting a service committed to improving health and wellbeing outcomes. This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 27(4) of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander lived experience and cultural capability is considered essential and therefore confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage may be requested. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. *Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position* Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Skyan Fernando at 0435 967 353 or at Skyan.
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