Coordinator Aboriginal Workforce Development (Hm3)

Do you love a challenge? Do you have a high level of personal motivation and drive to deliver results? Do you communicate seamlessly with all levels of staff?

Then you could be the perfect Aboriginal Workforce Development Coordinator (HM3) for our service. This is an Identified Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and / or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977(NSW). We are looking for someone with appropriate tertiary qualifications and / or equivalent experience in human resources management, workforce planning or managing Aboriginal Workforce related issues in a large, diverse service organisation. Someone with demonstrated understanding of the issues that impact on the recruitment, retention and progression of Aboriginal staff in large organisations and the opportunities to address them.

• Are we right for you?

Here at Justice Health NSW, the role of the Aboriginal Workforce Development Coordinator (HM3) supports the development and coordination of workforce initiatives across five key areas : Recruitment, Retention, Career Progression and Professional Development, Community Engagement and Cultural Responsiveness, as we strive to deliver excellence in patient-centred healthcare across community, inpatient, and custodial settings. To do this, we seek to :

• Incorporate our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment with our patients, families and carers;
• Strengthen the cultural capability of Justice Health NSW by working with Aboriginal people in contact with the criminal justice system;
• Enhance a culturally safe workplace for all staff within Justice Health NSW;
• Lead the development and implementation of the Aboriginal workforce strategy and other initiatives related to career and professional development, cultural awareness, education and training and;
• Support and assist Aboriginal Strategy and Culture to develop and implement the Aboriginal Health and operations plan for Justice Health NSW.

The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with delegations, policies, procedures and operations systems of JH&FMHN, and in line with both the NSW Health Code of Conduct and JH&FMHN Code of Conduct.

• Want to know more about our service?

Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network is a Statutory Health Corporation established under the Health Services Act (NSW) 1997 and is funded by NSW Ministry of Health. Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network is a state-wide Specialty Health Network delivering health care to adults and young people in contact with the forensic mental health and criminal justice systems across community, inpatient and custodial settings.

• Want more than just a salary?

Your salary of $119,348 - $136,057 p / annum (+ super) is just the beginning. You'll also have access to :

• Salary packaging benefits + Access to ADOs
• Fitness passport (if you're eligible)
• Free on-site parking to minimise your commute time
• Fantastic training & education opportunities available
• Genuine professional development & career progression avenues
• Support from a passionate & enthusiastic management team
• Want proof we're an inclusive and diverse?

Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network employs people from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. Put simply, we focus on your capability and your passion.

• Ready to Apply?

The first step is to submit your resume and your answers to the following selection criteria :

• This is an Identified Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and / or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977(NSW).
• Appropriate tertiary qualifications and / or equivalent experience in Human resources management, workforce planning or managing Aboriginal workforce related issues in a large, diverse service organisation.
• Demonstrated understanding of the issues that impact on the recruitment, retention and progression of Aboriginal staff in large organisations and the opportunities to address them.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and ne