Health Project Worker

Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative
Mooroopna, VIC
A$37.35 p/h
Community Services & Development → Indigenous & Multicultural Services
Full-time
On-site

Posted 30 days ago


Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative – Health and Wellbeing Services now has the following vacancies:

Health Project Worker

Full-Time, 38 hours a week – 18 Months Fixed Term

This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position, classified under Section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act (2010).

This employment opportunity is only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the Role

The Health Project Worker will play a key role in improving the health and well-being of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by coordinating and supporting various health initiatives, outreach activities, and educational campaigns. This includes coordinating Allied Health Clinics, working alongside clinical staff during outreach appointments, managing Sexual and Reproductive Health Campaigns, leading the Deadly Choices Campaign, and collaborating with Early Years Teams to provide culturally safe Parenting Health Groups.

About You

To excel in this position, you should possess the following qualifications and qualities:

  • You are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
  • Aboriginal Health Worker qualification is highly desirable.
  • Experience in Community Engagement, or Project Management, preferably in a health or social service setting.
  • Proven ability to coordinate and manage Community Health Clinics and outreach activities.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in leading Health Education Campaigns, especially for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
  • Self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative and work autonomously.
  • Cultural competence and understanding of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

What We Offer:

  • Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
  • Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award, Level 3 – Pay Point 1.
  • Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.
  • Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
  • Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
  • Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
  • Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.

You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening check, including providing a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality.

To apply, submit a cover letter outlining who your mob/clan is, why have you applied for this position, do you have experience working within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, what professional experience do you have that supports your application for this position along with your qualifications, and a current resume to [email protected]

To view the position description, please visit our website at https://rumbalara.org.au/careers/

Applications close: Sunday 2nd of March 2025

This is an “Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12.


About Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative

Mooroopna, VIC, Australia

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