Katherine West Health Board

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for a Project Officer- Youth DFSV Early Intervention.This position will be well suited to someone with a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Youth Work, Outdoor Education, Human Services, Community Development, or related field. With an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values, and commitment to the advancement and self-determination of Aboriginal communities.  

Established in 1998, Katherine West Health Board is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health 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. 

Position Description

About the Opportunity

Katherine West Health Board has a been funded for a proactive program supporting early intervention for 11-17 year old males at risk of Domestic Family & Sexual Violence (DFSV). Walking a New Path Together Project Officer will support the project coordinator to engage community members for a co-design approach for the program. The role will include the implementation and delivery, as well as evaluation of the program. 

This position is for a Male Project Officer, who will work primarily with male community members and young men from the Katherine West region. 

Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Provide culturally safe and therapeutic social care to male Aboriginal young people in remote communities.
• Engage with community members, Aboriginal staff and local stakeholders to help develop a culturally appropriate program that addresses the drivers of violence, prioritising the safety of victim-survivors.
• Support yarning and healing activities, alongside the Walking a New Path Together Project Coordinator, community members, Aboriginal staff and mental health/social and emotional wellbeing staff.
• Advocate for improved services and outcomes for clients.

The successful candidate will enjoy an attractive remuneration of AO5 (negotiated based on skills, qualifications and experience) PLUS super and a range of benefits, which include: 

• Relocation & repatriation assistance
• Salary sacrificing of up to approximately $15k. 
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Daily travel allowance when working away from Katherine
• Thorough workplace training and orientation 
• Fantastic professional development opportunities and allowances
• Flexible work and leave options

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

Additional Information:  

• If you would like to chat further about this opportunity, please contact our KWHB Human Resources Team by calling (08) 8971 9300 or emailing hr@kwhb.com.au
• The start date can be negotiated pending the requirements of the suitable candidate. 
• Find out more about working for Katherine West Health Board here.