Tackling Indigenous Smoking Coordinator – Full-time

  • 1 x Full Time
  • Ongoing Term
  • Designated Position*
  • Shoalhaven, Eurobodalla and Bega Valley regions

The TIS Coordinator will be required to work as part of a responsive and dedicated social health team and assist the senior manager or delegate to deliver the Regional Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program aimed at reducing tobacco smoking rates among Aboriginal communities.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 
9 January 2017

The TIS Coordinator will be required to work as part of a responsive and dedicated social health team and assist the senior manager or delegate to deliver the Regional Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program aimed at reducing tobacco smoking rates among Aboriginal communities.

The TIS Coordinator will lead a project team and develop, implement and evaluate evidence based activities which promote prevention, smoking cessation and community development across the Shoalhaven, Eurobodalla and Bega Valley regions in partnership with other organisations.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

  • A sound knowledge of Aboriginal/ Torres Strait Islander communities and relevant organisations within Shoalhaven, Eurobodalla and Bega Valley regions and a demonstrated understanding of health, and social emotional wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management, including administration, coordination and planning and the ability to develop, implement and evaluate health related programs and community development strategies.
  • Computer proficiency and the ability to use basic computer programs, including the capacity to write reports, collect statistical data, develop presentations, social marketing and promotional materials.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively and efficiently using personal and technical skills, including establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
  • Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, including the ability to provide effective leadership and resolve work related problems whilst being aware of delegated authority.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the harms associated with tobacco smoking and awareness of current prevention and cessation programs.
  • Knowledge and commitment to principles and practices of Workplace Health & Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity and how they apply in the workplace.
  • Current NSW Driver’s License and willingness to travel overnight in regional and interstate areas if required.
  •   Aboriginality*

DESIRABLE:

  • Demonstrated experience in the project management, including relevant tertiary qualifications in Project Management and, or health related fields such as Alcohol and other drug work, mental health and or social emotional wellbeing.
  • Ability to deliver appropriate training and educational programs to achieve reduction of tobacco usage amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL VACANCIES

Applications must address the key competencies (selection criteria):  For an Information Package containing position description, selection criteria and an employment application, please contact Human Resources via email hr@southcoastams.org.au or call 02 4448 0200.

Preferred applicants will also be required to undergo a National Police Check and obtain a new paid employee Working with Children Check (as required by the Act) prior to appointment with South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation.

Salary will be in accordance with the South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation Enterprise Agreement 2012 – 2015.