Mens Indigenous Health Facilitator

• Full time, 15-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Hybrid position + outreach
• Increase your take home pay with generous  Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550 

Founded on the vision that everyone is entitled to good health, we’re one of the nation’s leading health and community services providers, offering a broad range of services for over 45 years. 

To learn more about how our Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing team has now become known as Ngarrang Gulinj-al Boordup, meaning “Caring for our mob in health and wellbeing” in Woi Wurrung language of the Wurundjeri people, click  .

Job Description

The EACH Ngarrang Gulinj-al Boordup (NGB) Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Team supports and assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men to access culturally appropriate and effective health care and support services at EACH and providing cultural strengthening support.

As the Mens Indigenous Health Facilitator your duties will include:

• Working alongside Indigenous men to develop health plans while ensuring they are involved in the process.
• Engaging Indigenous men in cultural activities to support their cultural journey and support their connection to local Aboriginal Community organisations, including other relevant organisations to support with overall wellbeing.
• Connecting and supporting referrals for men to access EACH Primary health services and programs and providing advocacy and support men to self-advocate when they are referred.
• Developing and facilitating innovative activities to engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men.
• Building close networks with key Elders and the Community, and ensuring you utilise community resources, networks, and opportunities to develop and build men’s skills and knowledge to connect with the local Aboriginal Community.

Qualifications

** This is an Aboriginal Identified Position and has been assessed as being a special measure as per the Equal opportunity Act 2010 (VIC) and meets the requirements of a special measure under the Human Rights Commission Targeted recruitment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. ** 

If you’re committed and dedicated to improving access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the community to culturally appropriate and effective primary health care services to improve health outcomes, you might be exactly the person we are looking for! 

To be successful in this position you will have:

• Extensive experience in working with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander communities and undertaking cultural plans.
• Sound knowledge of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander values and family kinship.
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous communities and experience working alongside and building connections with the Indigenous community.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively develop and implement change.
• An ability to collaborate effectively with clients, families, colleagues, stakeholders and other service providers.
• Current state-based driver’s license (mandatory).

Highly regarded

Qualifications

• Cert IV or Diploma level Qualification in Health Promotion or Health studies (or equivalent tertiary qualification).
• Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Certificate IV or the Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice and be eligible to apply for registration as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner.

Additional Information

EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide:

• Flexible work arrangements to support a positive work-life balance 
• Engaging, inclusive supportive team environment
• Professional development, mentoring and access to evidence-based resources
• Competitive salary based on

  qualifications

  and experience
• Not-for-profit  salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free income per year
• Up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals entertainment
• Opportunities for internal career progression across QLD, NSW, ACT, and VIC
• Access to large, well-resourced working facilities including free on-site parking 
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Novated leasing arrangements

Next steps  
We want to know why you would like to come work with EACH and what you can bring to this role. If you’d like more information about the position, please contact Helene Cripps (Team Leader Ngarrang Gulinj-al Boordup Aboriginal Health) on at  [email protected] .

Alternatively, you can view a copy of the  Position Description .

** Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today! **

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 

Thank you for your interest in joining EACH! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

EACH Commitments

At EACH, we prioritize treating every individual with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, ability, or identity. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with lived experiences.

EACH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment that values and supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people(s), recognizing and respecting their unique culture and contribution to our communities. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. For further information regarding our commitment please see our

As a child-safe organisation, EACH prioritizes child safety and well-being by creating a secure environment for children and implementing effective organisational structures, policies, and procedures