About Katherine West Health Board

Established in 1998, Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled organisation that provides a range of clinical, preventative and public health services to clients in the Katherine West Region of the Northern Territory. With four major health care centres and a range of satellite centres, KWHB services an area over two times the size of Tasmania (162,000km²), helping to improve the health and wellbeing of some of the most remote communities in Australia.

KWHB's vision acknowledges the distinct and diverse identity of their people and communities, ensuring member communities are involved in the planning, development and implementation of their health programs. Our holistic services are designed to promote the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well being of the person and their community.

Application close 2 June 2024

Position Description

About the Opportunity

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for a Tackling Indigenous Smoking Health Promotion Officer to join their team for an opportunity in the Big Rivers region in the NT. This position is well suited to someone who has relevant experience in public health, health promotion, adult education, community development, population health or a related field.

The Health Promotion Officer (TIS HPO) will help develop and deliver resources that promote positive health and wellbeing and increase health literacy throughout the Big Rivers region. The TIS HPO role will have a strong emphasis on the delivery of positive health promotion messages directly related to preventing the uptake of smoking and supporting smoking cessation.

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Support the Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program and work alongside stakeholders in the Big Rivers region.
• Help to organise community events.
• Undertake regular travel to remote communities in the Big Rivers region.
• Deliver positive health promotion messages.

This is an amazing opportunity to utilise your skills and passion to make a genuine difference to some of the most remote communities in Australia.

In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful candidates will enjoy an attractive remuneration AO3 - AO4 $66,941 – $86,995 (negotiable based on your skills and experience) PLUS super and a range of benefits, including: 

• Salary sacrificing.
• 6 weeks annual leave.
• Daily travel allowance when away from Katherine.
• Fantastic professional development & ongoing training.
• Flexible work and leave options.
• Relocation assistance.

Progress at your own pace with our online learning system and encouraged professional development opportunities. 

Katherine West Health Board is a child-safe organisation, committed to child safety and wellbeing in accordance with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. KWHB is striving to ensure a supportive working environment which places child safety and wellbeing at the forefront of our service delivery. We are committed to embedding child safety practices throughout our organisation and undertaking continuous improvement to prioritise the safety of all children who come into contact with our organisation, staff, and services.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge whilst making a positive difference.