Cancer Support Officer

Job Title: Cancer Support Officer

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract, dependent on external funding

Salary: $98,592 - $115,679.34 per annum

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94 p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Clinical Services Manager

Employee access to Medical Services: Free Prescriptions

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/ carer's leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry and Remote retention allowance of $750

ATSI Identified: This position is open only to those who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.

Exciting opportunity for a full time Cancer Support Officer in our Health Services Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community

This is a Rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Town and Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day and play an important role in Anyinginyi Health's drive to be a Provider of High Quality Holistic Primary Health Care services to the Aboriginal communities of the Barkly region in a Culturally responsive way - don't miss out

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (Anyinginyi Health) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to 'Closing the Gap' in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health is made up of four different sections (Health Services, Corporate Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and well-being is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes, and vibrant, diverse, and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving and gold mining town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

The Cancer Support Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating culturally safe cancer prevention, awareness, and early detection programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Provide practical day-to-day support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, and communities to navigate health and community support systems throughout their cancer journey.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, families, health providers, and support services to ensure culturally appropriate and coordinated cancer care.
• Identify and map relevant stakeholders and services, including cancer specialists, primary health care providers, allied health, and community organisations, to streamline referral pathways.
• Establish and strengthen referral systems to connect clients with the appropriate medical and non-medical support services across the cancer care continuum.
• Liaise regularly with healthcare teams, including medical, nursing, and allied heath staff, to support client follow-up, continuity of care, and adherence to treatment plans.
• Support the planning and delivery of cancer screening awareness activities and community events that encourage early detection and improve screening participation.
• Assist in developing and distributing culturally relevant cancer-related health promotion materials and communication campaigns in partnership with community stakeholders.
• Promote awareness of national and local cancer awareness events (e.g. awareness days, weeks, and months) to encourage community education and engagement.

About you

To be successful in this role, you must be able to demonstrate knowledge of Aboriginal culture and deliver services in a culturally responsive manner. You must be able to create and maintain accurate reports and have experience working in Aboriginal Health Services or similar. Previous experience within Remote Communities is essential.

Essential skills and experience

• Qualification or relevant experience in health, community development, or project management.
• Experience in planning and running community health promotion programs, especially in Aboriginal and/ or remote areas.
• Ability to deliver culturally safe cancer education and co-design local health activities.
• Strong skills in engaging with communities and working with health and support services.
• Good understanding of health issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Barkly region.
• Experience creating culturally appropriate health promotion materials across various media platforms.
• Ability to support clients through their cancer journey with coordinated and respectful care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Able to collect and report data to help improve services.
• Holds a current NT C Class Driver's License and willing to travel to remote communities.

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience and knowledge of the Tennant Creek and Barkly Region.
• Ability to speak a local language.

Please note:

• Confirmation of employment is dependent on the outcome of the successful application for an Ochre Card/ Working with Children's Card and a Satisfactory Criminal History Check.
• All Anyinginyi Health employees must be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19.

If you meet the above criteria and you're interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you

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