Dandenong and District Aborigines Cooperative - Cranbourne VIC
Make a Difference in Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing
Dandenong & District Aborigines Co-operative Ltd (DDACL) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation governed by a community-elected Board of Directors. We are committed to delivering high-quality services that promote positive health, wellbeing and community outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
We are seeking a motivated and community-focused Health Promotion Officer to join the South Eastern Metropolitan Health Promotion Program (SEMHPP).
About the Role
As a Health Promotion Officer, you will work within a small and dedicated team to deliver culturally appropriate health promotion initiatives that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to improve their health and wellbeing.
You will help increase awareness and participation in activities that focus on chronic disease prevention, healthy living, mental wellbeing and community connection while strengthening engagement with health services across Melbourne's south-east
Key Responsibilities
Deliver health promotion activities and education programs for First Nations communities.
Support initiatives that reduce the risk of chronic disease and improve health and wellbeing.
Develop culturally appropriate health promotion resources and materials.
Assist in planning and coordinating community events and activities.
Work collaboratively with community members, service providers and program partners.
Support community members to access health screening and other health services.
Collect and maintain program data to support reporting and continuous improvement.
Attend relevant networks, meetings and communities of practice.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Experience in health promotion or a related field.
Understanding of the social determinants impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes.
Experience engaging and working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with community members and stakeholders.
Commitment to culturally safe, community-led approaches to health promotion.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Experience or formal qualification in Health Promotion or a related field.
Current Victorian Driver Licence.
Current Working with Children Check.
Ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Police Check.
Why Join DDACL?
Make a meaningful difference in Aboriginal health and wellbeing.
Work within a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation.
Join a supportive and passionate multidisciplinary team.
Contribute to innovative community-led health promotion initiatives.
Opportunity to build strong community connections and improve health outcomes.
DDACL is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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Health Promotion Officer in Melbourne employer: Dandenong and District Aborigines Cooperative
Dandenong and District Aborigines Cooperative offers a supportive and flexible work environment that prioritizes family-friendly policies. Employees have the opportunity to engage with the Aboriginal community, contributing to meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives. The organization encourages professional development and training, fostering growth within a culturally respectful framework.
Contact Details:
Dandenong and District Aborigines Cooperative Recruitment Team
