NSW Government

Health Promotion Officer - (Health Education Officer) - Mental Wellbeing - Perm FT

🔍 Warwick Farm, SWSLHD District Wide Service | Western Sydney

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Health Education Officer (PH)
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South Western Sydney Local Health District
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REQ694253 Requisition #

Created by Matthew Aldenhoven

Requisition ID: REQ694253
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $77,299.00 - $123,504.00 per annum+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)
Location: Campbelltown or Liverpool office
Applications close: 04/10/2026
Contact: Henry Lim - Senior Health Promotion Officer (Mental Wellbeing Team) on 0459 860681 | Henry.lim@health.nsw.gov.au 

 

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. 
 


Achieve Something Great 
Make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of communities across South Western Sydney by contributing to innovative and evidence-based health promotion initiatives that address key mental health and wellbeing priorities.

As a Health Promotion Officer, you will play an important role in planning, implementing, evaluating, reporting on, and sustaining programs and policies designed to strengthen protective factors for mental wellbeing, improve mental health literacy, support the physical health of mental health consumers, and reduce the health impacts experienced by disadvantaged communities. Through collaboration with partners across health, community, and government sectors, this role contributes to creating lasting, positive outcomes and healthier, more resilient communities.


Are You the Right Fit? 
The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience in health promotion, particularly in mental health promotion and wellbeing initiatives, with a strong understanding of evidence-based practice and program delivery.

This role requires exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships and work collaboratively towards collective impact. Candidates should possess strong organisational skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Those who are passionate about improving population health outcomes, engaging with diverse communities, and developing innovative solutions to complex health challenges will be well placed to excel in this rewarding position.


Selection Criteria 
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. 

  • Tertiary qualifications in health or related field and demonstrated knowledge and experience in health promotion planning, implementation, evaluation and dissemination particularly relating to promoting mental health and wellbeing strategies and programs across the lifespan.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience of current health promotion theory and evidence-based practice
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain partnerships with other staff and government, non-governmentand community organisations.
  • Effective organisational, problem solving and team skills including the ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.

  • 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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  • Position Information

  • How to Apply 

  • Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

    • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au

    • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

  • Aboriginal Workforce 



More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

  • Financial Perks

    • 12% superannuation

    • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

    • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

    • One extra day off each month for full-time employees

  • Work-Life Balance

    • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

    • Paid maternity and parental leave

    • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

  • Grow Your Career

  • Health & Wellbeing

    • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

    • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

    • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance



Additional Information 

  • Vaccination Requirements 

  • Child Safe Employment 

    • South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

  • Temporary Positions 

    • For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements. 

 

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