Organisation : Acon Health Limited
Location : Sydney (SURRY HILLS)
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Community Services, Social & Support Work
Sector : Community Support Services, Indigenous, LGBTIQ+, Youth & Young People
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $72,008 - $80,657
Application closing date : 30 Jul, 2023
About the organisation
ACON is an EEO employer. As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, people with HIV, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
About the role
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join the First Nations Health Programs team at ACON. It’s a great opportunity if you are passionate about community engagement and improving health outcomes for LGBTQ+SB Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and communities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Programs
The First Nations Health Programs is a state funded team that develops, delivers, and evaluates a range of health promotion programs and initiatives for LGBTQ+SB Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, with a particular focus on sexual health and HIV prevention
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a thorough understanding and/or lived experience of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture and communities.
- Has a drive to support the health of LGBTQ+SB Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities in relation to social, emotional, and cultural well-being.
- Has experience and knowledge in community engagement and/or health promotion in relation to ACON’s communities, particularly:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities
- People of diverse sexualities and genders
- People living with HIV and/or are vulnerable to HIV
- Sex workers
- People who use drugs.
- Experience in the use of social media and other online tools and how to use these for community engagement
- Has a commitment to working from a strength based and empowerment approach to community engagement and health promotion.
- Has an interest and commitment in building ACON’s partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations and government agencies.
- Has a current NSW driver’s licence and is happy to travel around NSW. Please note that this is not a requirement.
How to apply
How do I apply?
Remember you are most welcome to contact us first and have a yarn about this position before putting in a written application.
Email us the following three documents to vacancy@acon.org.au
1) An ACON Application Form
You can download this at www.acon.org.au/jobs
2) Your Resume
Tell us about your previous experience including any employment and education. Be sure to include:
- Your Name and Contact details
- Your Work Experience including jobs, internships, and volunteer work
- Your interests, hobbies, clubs, or things you are passionate about
- Your Education including any schools attended and courses completed
3) Your Cover Letter outlining your Claim against the Selection Criteria
Tell us how you meet each of the Selection Criteria in the Position Description in detail.
Let us know how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of the position and how you can use them in this job.
To do this, please address each selection criteria separately. You should use statements with examples that clearly demonstrate your competency in a particular area.
Please quote in application: Community Health Promotion Officer First Nations Health Programs via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services, #Indigenous, #LGBTIQ, #Youth_and_Young_People
