Bega Garnbirringu Health Service (BGHS) is looking for a motivated and community-focused Tobacco Action Worker to support the delivery of a culturally appropriate smoking cessation program across the Goldfields region. In this role, you will assist community members by promoting, undertaking and supporting programs, activities and workshops that encourage quitting smoking. You will also contribute to developing and delivering community education and engagement initiatives about the impacts of tobacco use and the importance of healthy living.

Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated and applied understanding of smoking cessation principles and strategies.

• Experience in developing, planning, implementing and evaluating smoking cessation programs.

• Knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants, particularly in relation to Aboriginal health.

• Current Working with Children Check.

• National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance – valid within the last 3 months).

• Ability to travel within the Goldfields community, including overnight stays.

Benefits:

• Above award pay rates

• 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday

• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 (tax free)

• Paid end-of-year business closure leave (conditions apply)

• Long Service Leave after 7 years

• Professional development and leadership opportunities

• Health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year)

• Supportive and flexible work environment

How to Apply:

If you’re interested in this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability to recruitment@bega.org.au