Aboriginal Talent Pool
ISLHD have created a new pathway for Aboriginal people to join our diverse and inclusive workforce.
By submitting your interest, you’ll be considered for upcoming clinical and non-clinical positions across ISLHD. No matter your availability – full-time, part-time, casual, temporary, or permanent – we can offer a wide range of opportunities to suit your needs.
Who is eligible to apply?
This is a targeted recruitment under Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014 where only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are considered eligible to apply for these roles.
Will corroboration of Aboriginality take place for positions that aren’t ‘identified’?
Yes, the Talent Pool has been adjusted to address specific barriers to employment faced by 'eligible persons.' Therefore, corroboration of Aboriginality will take place as part of the application process for the Talent Pool.
Please see Stepping Up: Corroboration of Aboriginality for options available to candidates to corroborate Aboriginality.
If I apply to the Aboriginal Talent Pool, how soon can I expect to hear back?
You should receive a response within a week of submitting your application. Be sure to check your junk folder. If you have any concerns, please contact ISLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au
What type of positions and appointments are available through the Aboriginal Talent Pool?
The Talent Pool has been developed to provide Aboriginal people with the opportunity to engage with, and express interest towards all employment and opportunity types within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
What does the process involve for the candidate?
The candidate is required to submit:
• a copy of their current resume
• answers to general assessment questions
• any qualification/certificates/licences they have obtained or are working towards
The candidate will then receive an e-mail to organise a time to call and discuss their skill set and what position type they’re interested in.
If suitable, the candidate may:
• Be promoted to an open recruitment and supported with application, or
• Have an interview organised with relevant hiring managers, or
• Added to the Aboriginal Talent Pool for future opportunities, or
• Requested to explore further education/training opportunities
If a position is advertised and an Aboriginal candidate is eligible, will they be recruited to the role without going through the merit recruitment process?
No, Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to apply for currently advertised positions on the ISLHD Career Portal and proceed with a merit recruitment. If you’re interested in a role currently advertised on the Career Portal and need support with your application, please reach out to our Aboriginal Workforce Coordinator via ISLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au
For more information, please contact Michael Winch at ISLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au