Katherine, Katherine & Northern Australia NTCommunity Development (Community Services & Development)Full timeSunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation.Our health centers service nine communities spread over 45,000 square kilometers in the Big Rivers region.
The Sunrise footprint covers Aboriginal communities that have some of the most untouched beautiful landscapes to explore where the locals are welcoming and ready to share their culture.How You'll Make a DifferenceSunrise is now looking for a full time Health Promotion Coordinator based in Katherine, Northern Territory.
The Health Promotion Coordinator is an integral role within the Integrated Health Portfolio, and Primary Health Care setting.
This role is focused on working with a team of Community Base Workers located throughout our 9 communities, with a key focus on health promotion, prevention and early intervention community-based activities, as well as working collaboratively with the Primary Health Care portfolio.More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:Coordinate the community-based health promotional team in the design, development, and implementation of activities, events, and community engagement initiatives.Lead the coordination of Health Promotion activities across communities, ensuring they are culturally appropriate and effectively address the specific needs of Aboriginal communities.Attend interagency meetings, develop networks with other service providers, and work collaboratively to engage in community events and address the needs of individual communities.Design and develop a comprehensive program of online outreach activities, including engaging in health promotion across online platforms.Lead health promotion, prevention, and early detection projects, including but not limited to Public Health responses such as local advertising campaigns, health promotional materials, and support for events such as women's health days and men's health days.Provide and plan education with the Health Promotion Team and collaborate with other business units in the Integrated Health Team and the Primary Health Team.
This includes, but is not limited to, specific funded programs, health promotion and early detection, sexual health, heart health, healthy eating, and healthy lifestyles.What You'll Bring to the TeamTo qualify, you will need a qualification in health promotion, leadership, governance and/or community development.As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong personal values that align with the Sunrise Way, understanding of cultural competency and cultural safety when working with Indigenous people and multicultural societies.
You will also be able to maintain confidentiality and privacy, be willing to undertake mandatory and further training relevant to the role, and have the physical ability and willingness to undertake the inherent requirements of the position.This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a dedicated professional who is prepared to work in remote areas and make a significant impact on the health outcomes of Indigenous communities.
We are looking for someone who is committed, open-minded, honest, efficient, respectful, and passionate about education and health advocacy.Please note: A current open Driver's License is a requirement for this position.
Confirmation of employment is dependent on the outcome of a Criminal History Check and successful application for an Ochre Card.Be Rewarded6 weeks annual leave plus additional paid study leave available (up to 10 days per year)Salary packaging opportunities to further increase your take-home payRelocation assistance available to help you move to this unique regionSubsidised accommodation availableEnjoy a healthy work-life balance, with no weekend or on-call work requiredWorking at Sunrise Health Service and living in the Big Rivers region also has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Northern Territory.
With the Katherine Gorge on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, combined with some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life's adventures.If you wish to apply for the above position, please contact for an information pack or apply now with a cover letter outlining your experience against the criteria.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a Promotions Coordinator?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.#J-18808-Ljbffr