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* Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Aboriginal Health, Mount Gambier/ Berrin
* Salary:ASO8 $121,107 - $125,679 p.a.+ Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
* Permanent Full Time position
Join Us in Transforming Aboriginal Health: Director Aboriginal Health – Limestone Coast Local Health Network
An exciting executive leadership opportunity is now open for a passionate and experienced Aboriginal leader to join the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) as Director Aboriginal Health.
Relocation support is availablefor eligible applicants, helping to make your move to Mount Gambier as smooth as possible for you and your family. Enjoy affordable living, a welcoming community, and access to some of South Australia’s most stunning natural attractions—all while making a meaningful impact in Aboriginal health.
As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, this role drives the development and delivery of culturally safe, strategic Aboriginal Health programs across the region. You will provide expert advice, foster collaboration with communities and stakeholders, and help shape system-wide reform aimed at closing the health gap for Aboriginal people in rural South Australia.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic Leadership:Develop and execute critical Aboriginal Health programs that address the unique needs of rural and remote communities in South Australia.
* Expert Analysis:Manage budgets, analyse diverse data sources, and conduct research to craft policies, plans, and structures that enhance service delivery.
* Project Oversight:Ensure the achievement of performance outcomes and objectives for major projects.
* Representation:Act as the face of the Local Health Network at forums, meetings, and consultative groups, advocating for and advancing Aboriginal health initiatives.
Why Join Us?
* Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
* Impact: Play a pivotal role in shaping and improving Aboriginal health services across regional South Australia.
* Work within a supportive network that values your expertise and dedication.
* Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a shortvideo about what salary packaging is.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.
* Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
* Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
* Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
* Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
* Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
* Conveniently locatedapproximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity.The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network has determined that an exemption to prefer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants granted by the Equal Opportunity Tribunal of South Australia under sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) applies to this position. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is considered essential and therefore a Confirmation of Aboriginality may be requested.
Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
* National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
* DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
Immunisation Risk for this position is -Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below.Job ref:910011
Enquiries
Dani Brumby
Position: EA to CEO
Phone: 8721 1577
E-mail: dani.brumby@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
30 July 2025 - 2 week close - 11.55PM
Refer to the SA Health Career Website -How to apply for further information.
Advertised: 16 Jul 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Jul 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
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