First Nations Health and Wellbeing Coordinator (FNHWSC) - Broken Hill - Full Time
Broken Hill, Far West NSW | Full Time | Identified Position
At the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE), we are committed to improving health outcomes for people living in regional, rural and remote communities. As part of our commitment to First Nations peoples and communities through our reconciliation, cultural safety, and community-led healthcare, we are seeking a First Nations Health and Wellbeing Coordinator to join our First Nations Health and Wellbeing Services team in Broken Hill.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity to support First Nations people, families and communities by strengthening access to culturally safe health and wellbeing services across Far West NSW.
Working alongside clinical teams and community stakeholders, you will apply the Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) model to support the cultural determinants of health, build trusted community relationships, and help coordinate pathways between RFDSSE, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs), and other community service providers.
You will play a key role in ensuring First Nations voices, knowledge and priorities are reflected in service delivery, community programs and partnerships.
What You'll Be Doing
- Delivering First Nations Health and Wellbeing support patients and families to navigate healthcare services in a culturally safe way.
- Providing cultural guidance and support to the RFDSSE.
- Building and maintaining trusted relationships with Elders, community members and partner organisations.
- Working with community to co-design and deliver health and wellbeing programs.
- Strengthening community referral pathways with ACCHOs, AMSs, ACCOs and other service providers.
- Promoting culturally responsive engagement and support in clinical service.
- Represent First Nations Health and Wellbeing Serviceteam at community, interagency and sector forums.
About You
To be successful, you will bring:
- Be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with community connections.
- Experience working with people, families and organisations in health, wellbeing or community services.
- An understanding of Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) and the cultural determinants of health.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a clinical environment while maintaining cultural and professional boundaries.
- A current driver's licence and willingness to travel throughout the region.
Relevant qualifications in Aboriginal Health, Community Services, Social Work or a related field will be highly regarded, although demonstrated community services experience will also be considered.
Why Join RFDSSE?
- Make a genuine difference to First Nations health and wellbeing outcomes.
- Work closely with community, Elders and leading health professionals.
- Access to salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income
- Fitness passport – a discounted gym membership to gyms and pools that both you and your family can enjoy
- Be part of a trusted and iconic organisation delivering vital services across regional, rural and remote NSW.
- Access professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.
Identified Position
At RFDSSE, we recognise the importance of First Nations leadership, knowledge and lived experience in delivering culturally safe healthcare. This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified position under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW), and applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to be eligible for appointment.
Join us in delivering culturally safe, community-led healthcare and helping improve health and wellbeing outcomes for First Nations communities across Far West NSW.
For more information please reach out to Cory Paulson -Manager, First Nations Health & Wellbeing Services at Cory.Paulson@rfdsse.org.au
