Health Promotion Officer – HIV & Related Programs (HARP) - Temp PT and Perm FT
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week or Temporary Part Time, 2 days per week until 05.Sep.2025
Location: Liverpool Hospital Eastern Campus
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $34.82 - $55.64 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ535295
Application Close Date: 01/12/2024
Interview Date Range: 04/12/2024 – 11/12/2024
Contact Details: Megan Brooks – 0434 076 821 | megan.brooks1@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
Are you committed to improving health outcomes for priority populations including LGBTQI+, Aboriginal and CALD communities?
The HIV & Related Programs Health Promotion Team at SWSLHD is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Health Promotion Officer to plan and implement sexual health and blood borne virus health promotion programs.
We are looking for someone with experience in health promotion and a deep understanding of the needs of priority populations in the areas of HIV, STIs, hepatitis C and hepatitis B.
What You'll be Doing
The Health Promotion Officer will plan, implement and evaluate programs aimed at the prevention and treatment of HIV, STI and viral hepatitis. The HPO will work collaboratively with team members and partners within SWSLHD and externally.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion initiatives particularly relating to BBV prevention and sexual health issues and promotion.
- Experience working in community-based settings particularly with diverse communities.
- Understanding of, and sensitivity to issues relating to priority populations.
- Demonstrated experience in project planning, implementation, evaluation and dissemination of best practice interventions
- Understanding of evidence-based health promotion
- Demonstrated ability to work in partnership with other staff and government, non-government and community organisations
- Effective organisational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision, and demonstrated high-level oral, written and computer skills
- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience working in health, social science or related field
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
