Cancer Support AHP/Nurse

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Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for aCancer Support AHO/Nurse.This position is well suited to someone with eligible registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Aboriginal Health Practitioner or Registered Nurse and possess a current practicing certificate, with an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values, and commitment to the advancement and self-determination of Aboriginal communities.

Established in 1998,Katherine West Health Boardis an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that provides a range of clinical, preventative and public health services to clients in the Katherine West Region of the Northern Territory. With four major health care centres and a range of satellite centres, KWHB services an area over two times the size of Tasmania (162,000km²), helping to improve the health and wellbeing of some of the most remote communities in Australia.

Applications close 22 August 2025. This is fulltime limited tenure to June 30, 2027

For a copy of the Position Description go to www.kwhb.com.au

About the Opportunity

The Cancer Support role provides culturally safe clinical care, education, health promotion, and care coordination for Aboriginal people living in remote communities. The position plays a key role in improving access to cancer screening, supporting clients during their cancer journey, and strengthening connections between community, health services, and support programs.

Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Deliver cancer screening promotion and education, supporting participation in national screening programs (bowel, cervical, breast, lung and others) and reducing barriers through targeted community education
• Conduct community health promotion activities, such as yarning circles, forums, and awareness campaigns, in partnership with Health Promotion Officers and other team members.
• Offer emotional and practical support throughout the cancer journey, including appointment reminders, transport coordination, access to support services, and other social support services.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up care, ensuring clients are linked to appropriate health and social services, including allied health, mental health, palliative care, and community support.

The successful candidate will enjoy anattractive remuneration of AHP 1 - RAN 3 (negotiated based on skills, qualifications and experience)PLUS super and a range of benefits, which include:

• Relocation & repatriation assistance
• Salary sacrificing
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Daily travel allowance when working away from Katherine
• Thorough workplace training and orientation
• Fantastic professional development opportunities and allowances
• Flexible work and leave options

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge whilst making a positive difference.

Additional Information:

• If you would like to chat further about this opportunity, please contact our KWHB Human Resources Team by calling (08) 8971 9300 or emailinghr@kwhb.com.au
• The start date can be negotiated pending the requirements of the suitable candidate.
• Find out more aboutworking for Katherine West Health Board here.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have the unrestricted right to work in Australia? If not, please do not continue. Do you hold or have the ability to hold a NT Working with Children's card, Criminal History Clearance, and NT Drivers Licence? Are you a fully qualified, AHPRA-recognised Registered AHP or Nurse? Please give an overview of your previous experience Have you ever lived or worked in a remote community? What attracted you to apply for this position?

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