About The Organisation
The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland.
Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.
The Role
The primary responsibility of this role is to work as part of a team in the provision of health promotion within the Aboriginal community. This role provides support to the clinical staff in the development of health promotion and community engagement initiatives and the provision of appropriate resources. This role is Full-time Fixed Term until the 1st of October 2025 .
Key Responsibilities Will Include, But Not Be Limited To
issues, sexual health, alcohol, physical activity and smoking, as per the objectives from funding sources.
information in a culturally appropriate manner.
promotion.
topics utilising tools such as Noongar Radio.
delivery of effective and improved services.
We’re Seeking Candidates With The Following
months, with an acceptable outcome.
Desirable
Benefits
A competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate.
As a public benevolent institution, DYHS offers salary packaging up to $15,900. Other entitlements include study leave, long service leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, NAIDOC Day holiday and professional development opportunities.
A copy of the Job Description can be obtained by contacting the People Services Team on 1800 311 888 or [email protected].
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Institution embracing diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and welcome applications from all backgrounds. DYHS promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services Corporation reserves the right to contact current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview. DYHS reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applications for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Health Promotion Officer • Perth, Western Australia, Australia