Our People to Live Stronger & Longer

Aboriginal Project Officer, Population Health


To be eligible for this position you must be a person of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent – an applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 NSW.

Just the place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it’s needed most!

If you’re passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

The Role

We’re currently looking for an Aboriginal Project Officer, Population Health to collaborate with Aboriginal peoples and communities to better understand the needs and perspectives of patients in custody, supporting the design and delivery of new programs including a peer education harm reduction program. The Aboriginal Project Officer, Population Health will engage and partner with people in custody, valuing connection with family networks and specialty Aboriginal health services in the community.

Salary & Benefits

Your salary of $60,373 – $100, 54 + super and leave loading is just the beginning. You’ll also have access to:

  • Free on-site parking at most sites to minimise your commute time.
  • Access to salary packaging benefits.
  • Fitness passport (if you’re eligible)
  • Fantastic training & education opportunities available 

Please note that this is a vaccination category A position, if successful you will need to provide proof of vaccination for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and influenza.

If you need assistance with your application please do not hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team on JHFMHN-Recruitment@health.nsw.gov.au

Ready to Apply?

The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions:

  1. This position is an Aboriginal Identified role, Aboriginality Is a part of the essential criteria. Please highlight why you want to work with First nations people who have been incarcerated.
  2. Provide an example that highlights your understanding of health and social issues facing people who inject drugs who have contact with the criminal justice system.

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Thomas Wright on Thomas.Wright2@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: Wednesday 11th September, 11:59pm

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