The Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service Inc provides Primary Health Care to some 1,600 Aboriginal clients in Port Lincoln and surrounding areas. It also operates a number of allied programs such as Social and Emotional Wellbeing. PLAHS prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming workplace. With shared values of holistic, comprehensive primary health care, leadership, innovation and collaboration, and treating staff and clients with respect and compassion, PLAHS is a great place to work.
Why Join PLAHS?
At PLAHS, we are committed to supporting our employees to thrive both professionally and personally. We offer:
✅ 5 weeks annual leave
✅ Annual Base Salary of $64,006 per year + Super
✅ Attractive salary packaging benefits ($15,899 per year)
✅ Part-time flexibility (30 hours per week)
✅ Professional development and training opportunities
✅ A supportive and culturally safe workplace
✅ The opportunity to work alongside passionate professionals making a genuine impact in Aboriginal health
✅ Employee wellbeing initiatives and a strong team culture
✅ The chance to contribute to meaningful community-driven health promotion programs
Job Description
About the Role
The Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program aims to reduce smoking and vaping rates among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through education, prevention and community engagement activities. Working as part of a regional partnership of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, you will help deliver innovative health promotion initiatives that empower communities to make informed choices about smoking and vaping. This is a fixed term contract position ending 30 June 2027.
Key responsibilities include:
Planning and delivering community health promotion activities and events
Coordinating activities for World No Tobacco Day and other community campaigns
Delivering education sessions in schools, youth services and community settings
Promoting smoke-free and vape-free environments across the community
Supporting individuals to access smoking and vaping cessation services
Building strong partnerships with local organisations, sporting groups, schools and community leaders
Assisting with local media, marketing campaigns and social media promotion
Monitoring and evaluating program outcomes and community engagement activities
Working collaboratively with regional TIS partners to achieve shared program goals
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Passionate about improving Aboriginal health outcomes
A confident communicator who enjoys engaging with people from all walks of life
Organised, proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Committed to community development and health promotion
Skilled at building positive relationships and partnerships
Culturally aware and respectful of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Essential Requirements
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement of this position under Section 65s of the SA Equal Opportunity Act 1984
Previous experience in community engagement, health promotion or a similar role
Current Driver's Licence
Current Working with Children Check
National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Current CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).
Evidence of compliance with PLAHS staff immunisation requirements including annual influenza
Safe Environments for Children and Young People certification current within 3 years
Hand Hygiene and Infection Control training to be updated annually
Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a program that is creating healthier futures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in our community.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to work for an organisation that values culture, community and connection, we encourage you to apply.