Cancer Council Liaison – Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre
About Us
Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in NSW and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support.
At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australia's leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you'll know that each day the work you're doing will positively impact people in your life and Australia.
About The Team
The Cancer Support and Navigation Team sits within the Cancer Information and Support Division. The Division aims to empower and support people affected by cancer, so that no-one need face cancer alone. This Division assists people as they navigate the cancer journey, easing their emotional and practical burdens and helping them make informed decisions.
Working alongside the cancer services team at Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre (AWRCC), the key purpose of the Cancer Council Liaison position is to provide face to face information, service navigation, and emotional support to people affected by cancer. The position complements the existing cancer services and ensures that people have access to cancer information and services in the right place, at the right time.
This position is offered as a full-time contract for a duration of 12 months.
About The Benefits
Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 and 2023 "Best Workplace" Award.
Additional performance-based leave available.
Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation.
Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness
Key Responsibilities Of The Role
Provide cancer patients and/or carers of AWRCC with information and navigation to AWRCC and community-based cancer services.
Provide short term emotional support to patients and/or carers affected by cancer.
Build strong and effective relationships with oncology health professionals at AWRCC to establish referral pathways to and from the health service and ensure the scope of the Liaison role complements existing services.
Keep oncology health professionals informed about supportive care programs and services, and patient outcomes.
Work closely with other community cancer service providers to reduce duplication and connect patients to the most appropriate hospital based, local and out of area supportive care programs and services.
Identify the opportunities to improve access to supportive care programs and services for AWRCC patients and their families/carers, focusing on population groups experiencing poorer cancer outcomes.
Undertake quality assurance and service training in CCNSW's Information and Support phone line and be willing to provide flexible support to the service.
Essential
About you,
Qualifications in nursing or allied health. Current registration with APHRA (nurse/radiation therapist/physiotherapist /psychologist) or tertiary qualification which provides eligibility to the relevant professional association (social work/dietetics).
Demonstrated understanding of the supportive care needs of people affected by cancer.
Experience assessing patient or client needs and making appropriate referrals to health professionals and services.
Demonstrated ability to engage and develop effective relationships with health professionals, community services, and non-government organisations.
Previous experience working in a clinical environment, preferably oncology.
Compliance with NSW Department of Health 'Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases' policy directive as a Category A position.
Current Class C driver's valid license and willingness to travel across the district.
Desirable
Experience developing the public profile of an organisation or program.
Experience managing projects and change.
Experience using client management databases and computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite of programs – Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work. We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.
If you require any adjustments to submit your application or have any questions in relation to the role, please get in touch with Blayze Thomas at
Apply online by visiting our website directly, copying the following link then click on the role title and submit your cover letter and resume.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews may be scheduled before the closing date.
While this role is advertised as full-time, part-time working may be considered for a suitable candidate.
Job ad closes: 26/02/2026