CCLHD - Aboriginal Population Health Trainee

CCLHD - Aboriginal Population Health Trainee

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time - until October 2029
Position Classification:Health Manager - Level 1
Remuneration:$91,326 - $121,497 per year
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ690524
Location: Gosford
Applications Close: Wednesday 30th September at 11:59pm

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to growing and supporting our Aboriginal health workforce and delivering trusted care and better health for Aboriginal people on the Central Coast.
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to join Central Coast Local Health District as an Aboriginal Population Health Trainee as part of the NSW Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative. This unique position is designed to build capacity within the Aboriginal workforce to develop and implement population health strategies that protect and promote the health of the local community. The successful applicant will undertake a structured three-year traineeship, combining work-based placements across the health service with part-time study towards a Master of Public Health at a NSW-based university.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Support the delivery and evaluation of population health programs and initiatives.
• Assist in developing culturally appropriate health promotion projects and programs for Aboriginal communities.
• Contribute to surveillance, monitoring and reporting activities that inform public health priorities.
• Prepare reports, presentations and health information for a range of audiences.
• Promote initiatives that support disease prevention and healthy communities.

Build expertise in public health practice while completing a Master of Public Health.

• Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and has an understanding of the issues impacting Aboriginal health and wellbeing.
• Has a recognised undergraduate degree and/or meets the admission requirements for a Master of Public Health at a NSW university.
• Has at least two years' experience in a health, community, education or related field.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, including report writing and stakeholder engagement.
• Can effectively manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Is committed to improving Aboriginal health outcomes and health equity.
• Has experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, and can meet the mandatory employment requirements.

Additional Benefits

• Work-life balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health, & wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Professional development – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
• Cultural Supports: NAIDOC leave, access to cultural mentoring and supervision, networking with other Aboriginal staff and health professionals.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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