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Form of workTackling Indigenous Smoking Educator (4 positions)Location: Western Australia - 2 x Derby & 2 x Fitzroy CrossingEmployment Type: Full TimeRemuneration: $66,627.60 - $83,284.50 per annum pro rata superannuation salary sacrificeTackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) is a national program that aims to support a reduction in smoking rates amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Tobacco is the leading preventable cause of death amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The TIS Program is contracted to deliver evidence-based health promotional activities across the Derby region.
The primary aim of the TIS program is to increase awareness on the health impacts of smoking within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, and to support priority groups such as pregnant women or youth, with community led activities and events. The DAHS TIS team provides:
- Community based health promotional activities and education sessions
- Partnerships with local community organisations, families and Elders
- Support for organisations, workplaces and family homes to become smoke-free and raise awareness surrounding secondhand smoke
- Collection of relevant tobacco use data from community members
- Promotion of tobacco control material via traditional media, social media and virtual reality platforms increase community reachAbout YouTo be considered for this position, you must have:
- Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHS) and the issues facing these organisations in their service delivery
- Understanding and appreciation of the Aboriginal culture and the ability to effectively communicate with Aboriginal people
- High level of integrity in maintaining confidentiality is a pre-requisite for this position
- Well-developed time management skills
- Proven ability to work under pressure
- Ability…
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