First Nations Program Specialist - Respecting the Difference

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, 38 hours per week
Position Classification: Health Manager Lvl 2
Salary Range: $109,857 per annum - $129,624 per annum + 11.5% super and benefits
Specification: This is an Aboriginal identified position
Location: NSW Ambulance State Operations Centre, Sydney Olympic Park
Closing Date: 22 April 2025

ABOUT NSW AMBULANCE

NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system that must work together seamlessly to deliver services to the community of NSW. We take a values-based leadership approach putting our people at the centre of everything we do, striving to deliver our mission of Excellence in Care through our CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

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Around the Grounds

WHATS ON OFFER

• Flexible / hybrid working conditions
• Permanent employment, providing job security and stability
• Excellent remuneration and leave support including annual, parental, carers and more
• Allocated Days Off (ADO) once a month take a paid day off
• Additional Public Holiday
• Meal entertainment lowers your taxable income & increases your take home pay
• Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary
• Staff Support Program - extensive free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Fitness passport, and medic-fit gyms at most locations – discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy
• Discounted private health insurance
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team
• Accessible via Public Transport

ABOUT THE ROLE

The key purpose of this position will be to continue to develop, implement and evaluate the NSW Ministry of Health’s Aboriginal cultural training framework including the Respecting the Difference (RTD) Program. The position’s role in the organisation is to enhance the ability of staff across NSW Ambulance to improve service delivery through positive changes to practice, particularly when interacting with Aboriginal people as colleagues, patients and visitors. The role will work with the Senior Manager Learning & Development and the Senior Manager Diversity & Inclusion to implement options to support the roll out and delivery of the updated training package.

As internal consultant, the position will liaise with the Education team, managers and senior executive to identify learning opportunities and develop resources including a variety of modes of delivery e.g., face-to-face, online, blended delivery and self-directed approaches.

Please refer to the Role Description and Position Conditions and General Info for further information.

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about changing hearts and minds with a strong understanding of First Nations culture, values, and community needs. Do you have experience in developing and delivering cultural competency development programs and resources, ideally within a healthcare context.

We’re looking for someone who understands the importance of cultural safety and respect in the workplace and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all individuals, particularly First Nations people. Your ability to build relationships with diverse teams and work collaboratively with key stakeholders, including senior managers, will be key to your success.

If you are driven by the opportunity to make a positive impact on service delivery and contribute to meaningful change in the workplace, we encourage you to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Please respond to the below two questions (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit

this with your CV and other required information.

Please respond to the below two questions (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit this with your CV and other required information.

Question 1: Describe a situation where you faced a significant challenge at work? How did you handle the situation, what steps did you take to overcome it, and what did you learn from the experience?

Question 2: Provide an example about a time when you were responsible for driving a project or initiative to a successful outcome? How did you motivate others to get on board and what strategies did you use to ensure the project was completed successfully?

If you’d like to discuss the position and role description more before you formally apply, confidential enquiries can be made to Tricia Mawson:

E: tricia.mawson@health.nsw.gov.au

M: 0409 272 293

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

Click here for information about eligibility lists and Recruitment Pool use

Click here for information on our Diversity and Inclusion Statement