Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative – Health & Wellbeing is currently recruiting for the following vacancy at our Mooroopna office:

Community Health Educator

Full Time – 38 Hours Per Week | Ongoing

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.

Be part of something bigger

At Rumbalara, we put culture, community, and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. As a Community Health Educator, you’ll play a key role in supporting Aboriginal people, families, and communities to make positive health choices. Through education, outreach, and culturally safe programs, you’ll help create healthier futures while working alongside a supportive, values-driven team.

About the Role

The Community Health Educator is responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating health education initiatives that strengthen the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities.

You will provide education and support across areas such as:

Smoking cessation (Quit programs)

Problem gambling prevention and support

Chronic disease prevention (e.g., diabetes, heart disease)

Mental health and wellbeing

Nutrition and physical activity

This role is hands-on, community-focused, and involves culturally safe engagement, collaboration with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal service providers, and ensuring all activities are guided by self-determination and holistic health principles.

About You

You will bring experience in community development, health promotion, or support work, along with:

Skills in group facilitation and program delivery

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Understanding of confidentiality in Aboriginal communities

Experience with report writing, data collection, and program evaluation

Digital skills for outreach and education (presentations, social me

What We Offer:

Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award – Level 3 Pay Point 1 based on experience and qualifications.

Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.

Opportunities for additional incentives: May include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.

Opportunities for professional development and dedicated support to foster your career growth.

Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program.

Fleet vehicle will be available to carry out home visits where applicable.

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

To apply, please submit the following:

A current resume

A cover letter that includes:

o Stating who your mob/clan is

o Addressing the Key Selection Criteria (outlined in the Position Description)

o A summary of your relevant experience and/or qualifications

Important: You must attach your cover letter and Key Selection Criteria response as a single file in the Cover Letter section of the portal.

Please apply via this link: https://rum.chris21.com/RUM_MER21p/Home/Index#!/

Applications Close: Sunday, 14 September 2025

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