Address- Do you have a passion for Health Promotion and for supporting communities to be active, health and well?
- Do you want to utilise your skills in a meaningful way to make a positive contribution to our community?
- We have a part time, fixed term Health Promotion Planner opportunity available on the beautiful Bellarine!
We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic and organised person to join our Healthy and Connected Communities team for the final year of the 4-year Live Well Bellarine Health Promotion plan. This 2 day, 15.2 hour per week position is fixed term until 30 June 2025. The team is based at our Point Lonsdale site working onsite, remotely, and in settings.
About Us
Bellarine Community Health (BCH) is the major provider of primary health care services to the Bellarine Peninsula. BCH is a not-for-profit health care provider with close links to our community operating from five sites across the Bellarine.
About the Team
Our Healthy and Connected Communities team (HCCT) is a very passionate, friendly and highly skilled team, who aim to keep our community healthy and well and prevent people from getting sick in the first place. Our key focus areas are eat well, be active and tobacco-free living. We work closely with the local community, and regional and state bodies.
About the role
The Healthy and Connected Communities Planner will join a dedicated integrated Health Promotion team and undertake primary prevention planning, implementation and evaluation as outlined within the BCH Community Health – Health Promotion Plan. This role will support active living initiatives within equity settings on the Bellarine Peninsula, specifically leading the co-design and implementation of active travel actions within primary school settings.
We would like to hear from you, if you…
- Hold tertiary qualifications in Health Promotion, Public Health or related discipline.
- Have demonstrated experience in evidence-based Health Promotion practice.
- Are experienced in planning, co-design, implementation and evaluation of Health Promotion programs and community development projects.
- Possess strong interpersonal, written and communication skills, with an ability to work proactively and independently.
What we offer
To support you to balance your work/life commitments, grow your skills and expertise, enjoy work and feel valued, we offer the following:
- Generous salary packaging benefits – you can access some of your annual salary tax free each year
- Discounted gym membership at seven sites across the region
- A supportive, positive and inclusive workplace culture
- Flexible work environment with ability to work some hours from home
- Employee assistance program
Conditions of Employment
- A current National Police Check
- A current Working with Children Check
- A current Victorian Driver’s Licence
How to Apply
To find out more, please contact Liz Womersley, Executive Director - Child, Youth and Families, at *************@bch.org.au or by phone on 0459 815 ***. To access the Position Description, please visit Positions Available - Bellarine Community Health (bch.org.au)
Please submit your application to ***********@bch.org.au – applications will be assessed as they are received, with final applications closing at 5.00pm on Tuesday 9th July 2024.
Applications must include cover letter, response to key selection criteria, application form (click here), and resume in PDF format.
Bellarine Community Heath embraces diversity and encourages applicants from different backgrounds to apply. BCH is a family friendly organisation with excellent salary packaging available.
Bellarine Community Health Ltd is committed to protect children and reduce any opportunities for abuse or harm to occur.
Bellarine Community Health acknowledges the Wathaurong people as the Traditional Custodians of the Wadawurrung land on which our sites are located and across which we provide services and programs for the diverse community. We are proud to be an inclusive workplace and welcome people from all cultures and backgrounds to our service.
