AddressAbout the Opportunity
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd (KAMS) has a truly rewarding opportunity for a Community Liaison Officer to join their team on a full time fixed term basis till June 2025 in Broome, WA.
The West Kimberley - Community Liaison will work with communities in the region you will be the main contact person for the Suicide Prevention Trial support. This position will work closely with the Kimberley Aboriginal Suicide Project Coordinator to support and engage local community people in supporting and continuing suicide prevention activities related to the Kimberley Aboriginal suicide prevention trial.
Some of these tasks will include (but will not be limited to):
- Sound communication within the local community environment and across different family and traditional owner groups
- Support community participation in trial site initiatives
- Coordinate and support regular community meetings and gatherings for the Kimberley Aboriginal suicide prevention trial
- Organise and help facilitate community meetings and gatherings with community members, services providers and specific target groups such as LGBTQI, youth etc.
- Contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of the community’s suicide prevention project
The ideal candidate will have sound communication skills – verbal, non-verbal and written and have good team work skills.
To view the position description, please click here.
A 'C' Class Driver's License, Federal Police Clearance and willingness to travel often by 4WD vehicle and light aircraft will be required.
About the Benefits
KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!
While you will face diverse new challenges in this role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package circa $56,168 per annum + super.
There is also a wide range of additional benefits for the role including:
- District allowances - $2,920 single $5,840 double p.a;
- Electricity allowance $1,440
- Accommodation allowance $7,800;
- Annual Airfares to the value of $1,285 pa (after 12 months of employment).
Don't miss this exciting and rewarding opportunity to have a positive impact on the mental health outcomes of Indigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region - Apply Now!
Please note: Candidates must respond to the questions below and attach a current resume to be considered.
Applications close 14 June 2024
