Senior Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer (Snr Health Educ Off Grad) - Perm FT
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, working 38 hours per week
Location: Liverpool Hospital, Eastern Campus
Position Classification: Senior Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $110,312.00 – $119,164.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ530499
Application Close Date: 24/11/2024
Interview Date Range: 27/11/2024 – 04/12/2024
Contact Details: Domenic Zappia - Deputy Director Health Promotion - 0422 008 712 | domenic.zappia@health.nsw.gov.au or or Daruis Neven - A/Deputy Director - 0457 506 551 | Aboriginal Health at darius.neven@health.nsw.gov.au
In this role being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement, and is authorised by section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NSW).⚫️🟡🔴
About the Opportunity
The position will provide support, mentoring and leadership to the Aboriginal Programs team and for health promotion in SWSLHD and partner organisations. It will oversee the management of three Aboriginal Health Workers and 2 Health Promotion Officers. The position will develop and maintain relationships with key service providers and community organisations, allocate and account for effective use of resources and ensure all programs meet reporting requirements. The role will contribute to broader Health Promotion and service planning in collaboration with a broad range of health services and the Aboriginal Health Unit.
What You'll be Doing
The Senior Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer will manage the Aboriginal Programs stream in the Health Promotion Service and ensure delivery of culturally responsive programs to improve health outcomes and address health inequities for Aboriginal communities in south western Sydney.
The position will oversee development, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programs with the Aboriginal community to support improved population health outcomes and community well-being. Key focus areas
a) Promoting healthy weight in the Aboriginal population
b) Reducing smoking related harm in Aboriginal communities
c) Reducing rates of preventable chronic disease
d) Strengthening protective factors for mental health in Aboriginal communities
You can find out more about the SWSLHD Aboriginal Health priorities via the 2023-2027 Aboriginal Health Plan
If you are ready to bring your theoretical knowledge and practical skills in Health Promotion to SWSLHD and start your exciting career, click APPLY NOW!
Where You'll Be Working
SWSLHD operates its services on the lands of the Dharawal, Darug and Gundungurra peoples and has a rich history of working alongside local Aboriginal organisations and programs. SWSLHD holds formal partnerships with local Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations include Tharawal Aboriginal Corporation, Gandangara Local Aboriginal Land Council and KARI. As the Senior Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer you will work closely with the districts Aboriginal Health Unit and have access to a wide range cultural supports including professional development, cultural supervision, and a large network of Aboriginal Health Mangers and colleagues.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Being an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification. Describe your connections to community and culture.
- This position requires tertiary qualifications in social science, health, or related fields. Please outline your qualifications and relevant experience.
- Provide an example of a time you have collaborated with Aboriginal communities and/or Aboriginal organisations to deliver a culturally responsive health service or program.
- Detail your management experience and how you have navigated the challenges of leading teams with diverse skill sets.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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