Promote wellbeing through culturally responsive education and outreach in remote Aboriginal communities

Starting salary of $77,000 + $1,300 remote annual allowance + travel benefits & 6 weeks annual leave

Work across priority programs: Tackling Indigenous Smoking, Rheumatic Heart Disease & Cancer Prevention

Based in Broome, with some travel to surrounding communities

About BRAMS

Founded in 1978, Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) was the first remote Aboriginal Medical Service established in Western Australia. As an Aboriginal community-controlled health service, BRAMS has proudly supported the Broome community for over 40 years through holistic, culturally responsive healthcare.

Delivering over 40,000 occasions of service annually, BRAMS provides a broad range of programs including primary health care, social and emotional wellbeing services, and NDIS support. Guided by the core principles of Aboriginal self-determination, access, and empowerment, BRAMS continues to lead the way in community-focused healthcare delivery across the Kimberley.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: Healthy People – Strong Communities – Bright Futures.

For more information, please visit our website: www.brams.org.au

About the Opportunities

BRAMS is seeking full-time Health Promotion Officers based in Broome, WA, with regular travel required to remote communities. These roles are vital to planning, delivering, and evaluating culturally appropriate health promotion initiatives across several community health priorities.

Reporting to the Health Promotion Manager, this position works across three key programs:

Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS)

Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD)

Cancer Prevention

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Delivering community health education and promoting healthy lifestyles

Planning and supporting outreach programs and local events

Facilitating sessions in schools, community centres, and clinics

Collaborating with BRAMS and external partners to develop culturally appropriate materials

Promoting participation in screening, smoking cessation, and other preventative health programs

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About You

To qualify, you will bring experience in health promotion, community education or public health, as well as strong communication and engagement skills.

The ideal candidate will have:

Relevant qualifications such as Cert III/IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Health Promotion, or Public Health is desirable

Confidence delivering education sessions in both formal and informal settings

Willingness and ability to travel to remote communities

Ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and multiple projects

Additionally, the following skills and traits will be highly valued:

Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity

Community engagement experience in Aboriginal settings

Good organisational and planning ability

Reliability, accountability, and a collaborative spirit

This is a community-facing role well-suited to someone who is passionate about improving health literacy, reducing risk factors, and promoting wellness across Aboriginal communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the Benefits

In this role, you will make a meaningful difference by supporting communities to lead healthier lives. BRAMS offers:

Starting salary of $77,000, commensurate with experience

$1,300 Remote Annual Allowance

6 weeks leave

Superannuation contributions

Travel allowance for outreach activities, including overnight stays

Culturally supportive workplace committed to staff wellbeing

Opportunities to grow your skills and contribute to life-saving health initiatives

About Broome

With a rich history and extraordinary natural landscape, Broome is synonymous with the turquoise waters, red pindan soil and white sandy beaches that have drawn visitors from across the globe. You can sail, snorkel, or dive in their pristine waters, spot rare dolphins from their wide empty beaches, or adventure through the nearby ancient gorges to marvel at the vast untouched landscapes that make Broome truly unique.

However, there's a lot more to Broome than just tourism – with strong population growth and significant investment in infrastructure, it's quickly becoming a destination of choice for families and individuals who want to take advantage of the region's welcoming and laid-back lifestyle whilst enjoying all of the amenities and facilities of a modern town.

This is a diverse and fulfilling role, making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Enjoy the perfect work-life balance you've been searching for - Apply Now!

Ready to Apply?

If you're committed to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal communities and have the passion to promote awareness and education in remote regions, we welcome your application today!