Coonamble Aboriginal Health Service (CAHS) is seeking an enthusiastic person to fill the position of Health Promotion Officer based at Dubbo to join our expanding health promotions team. The position will provide administrative and operation support to the Events Manager in the delivery of high-quality health promotion and education projects. The role will participate in the planning and delivery of the Fair Dinkum Choices ™ program and all other health promotions related to CTG Aboriginal Health.

NOTE: This is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identified position authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.

Key Selection Criteria

Experience in Health promotions and/or suitably qualified as an Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner

Aboriginal Health worker/practitioner registration with AHPA

Experience in the design and delivery of health promotion and primary prevention initiatives within a Community Health or related setting

Willing to travel outside of normal business hours and undertake weekend work as required

Demonstrated work experience in aboriginal communities and within an ACCHO.

Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, communicate clearly and effectively with a range of clinical staff and stakeholders, and to be respectful and considerate of stakeholder’s needs

Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people with knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal people and Aboriginal organisations

Ability to prioritise workload

Excellent organisational skills

Additional Requirements

Current “Cleared” Working with Children Check

Current Class C Driver’s Licence

Current Australian National Criminal History Check

Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Proof of vaccination must be provided upon commencement of appointment

Remuneration and Benefits

Attractive remuneration based on qualifications and experience plus a monthly RDO.

So, if you are interested in living and working for a rural ACCHO or are a recent graduate just looking to commence your career in health promotion, but have no experience, then we would love to hear from you!

Please click apply and provide your current resume along with a cover letter addressing each of the above key selection criteria.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 8th August 2025.

For further information about this role or a wanting a copy of the position description, please email the CAHS Events Manager at [email protected]

In addition, applications can also be emailed to [email protected] or posted to PO Box 36, Coonamble NSW 2829. All applications must be received by the closing date.