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Employment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Health Manager Level 1Remuneration: $42.58 - $56.65 per hour plus SuperannuationHours Per Week: 19Requisition ID: REQ564143 Applications Close: Sunday, 27th April 2025Diversity Health Coordinator HSM 1 Permanent Part Time SSEHWhere you''ll be workingSydney hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital is steeped in history, with a legacy of nursing and medical firsts to its credit and has paved the way in many clinical areas - both nationally and internationally. Sydney hospital is Australia''s first hospital and dates from the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788.Today, Sydney hospital and Sydney Eye hospitals state of the art facilities and professional staff provide a unique blend of general and specialist medical services for the public and community, including a 24 hour emergency services, general medicine including close observation unit, perioperative services, specialist hand and eye surgery.The hospital is:in the heart of the Central Business District in Sydney.Directly across the road from Martin Place and St James StationWalking distance to various Bus stopsThe Light rail is a walking distance on George St and the metro stationWalking distance Ferry terminal at Circular QuayFor staff who drive to work, subsidised parking is available on site.Other benefits:Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.What you''ll be doingThe vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is Exceptional Care, Healthier Lives. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well and providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.The Sydney Hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital Diversity Health Coordinator (SSEH DHC) is committed to improving the provision of sensitive, accessible, and appropriate health services to patients, families, and carers from diverse backgrounds. These include consumers from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds; people with a disability; carers, LGBTQI+; those with low health literacy and other priority populations in line with the Diversity Health Plan. The DHC will also work with the Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer to improve service provision to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander consumers. This will be achieved with key stakeholders to identify barriers to access healthcare services and develop solutions.This position leads the implementation of the SSEH Diversity Health Plan and the SSEH Aboriginal Health Plan driving the SSEH implementation of relevant NSW and SESLHD Strategic Plans for diverse communities. Additionally, this role will collaboratively assess needs, identify priorities, plan, implement and evaluate actions/projects to improve the responsiveness of the workforce and systems to meet the needs of diverse consumers. The DHC will also foster networks and collaborate with consumers from diverse backgrounds, other Diversity Health Coordinators, SESLHD services including Priority Populations, and other peak Non-Government Organisations leading innovative diversity work.This position partners with the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Multicultural Health Unit to deliver tangible outcomes for patients in the local community from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, the DHC supports the SESLHD Multicultural Health Service (SESLHD MHS) Multicultural Policies and Services Program (MPSP) requirements to achieve equitable health outcomes for patients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Selection CriteriaRelevant tertiary qualifications in social or behavioural sciences, other health related discipline (e.g. nursing, psychology, social work) or relevant equivalent work experience or a combination of study and work experienceDemonstrated understanding and experience of issues in diversity health and the ability to address inequities in health and the NSW Health system for people from diverse communitiesProven ability to implement operational aspects of organisational business plans, projects and strategic prioritiesDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of access and equity in relation to Health Service delivery systems and prioritiesExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both as a team member or independentlyDemonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare consumer resources, reports, briefings, and other written material relevant to the roleHigh level skills with MS suite of software including word processing, database and presentation applicationsCurrent drivers licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position)Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Therese Riley on Therese.Riley@health.nsw.gov.auOur CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.SESLHD values a diverse workforce. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy here.Reasonable AdjustmentsNSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-POWH-SSEH@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.Information for applicants:An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website #J-18808-Ljbffr