Kimberley Supports Project Coordinator

About the Organisation

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.

KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 22 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence based best practice in primary health care.

The Kimberley region is located in the northern part of Western Australia and covers about 421,000 square kilometres. The Kimberley has only three towns with a population of more than 2,000 (Broome, Derby and Kununurra), and the total population is around 37,000. In addition to the sealed Route 1 which runs along the southern part of the area, the unsealed Gibb River Road runs through the heart of the region from Derby to the highway near Kununurra. Access to much of the region is by dirt road, air or sea.

About the Opportunity 

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services now has an opportunity for a Kimberley Supports Project Coordinator to join their team in Broome, WA on a full-time 6 month fixed term basis.  Reporting to the Kimberley Supports Regional manager, you will be responsible for undertaking the development of key Kimberley Supports initiatives related to community awareness raising, health promotion and promoting healthier choices for Aboriginal families with disabilities living in Broome, Beagle Bay, Bidyadanga and the Kutjungka.  The position will work closely with the Kimberley Supports Early Childhood Support team, Evidence and Access team and the KAMS Population Health unit.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Enhance access and engagement of Aboriginal families living with a disability to improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
• Enhance access and engagement of Aboriginal families with children that have a developmental delay to culturally appropriate support services.
• Work collaboratively with the Kimberly Supports multi-disciplinary team members to determine service needs, activities and goals that identified Aboriginal communities aim to achieve and the coordination of outcomes.
• Support the Kimberley Supports Senior Manager to meet operational needs and tasks identified in the annual activity work plan.
• Coordination of the Kimberley Supports Project Officer role to develop and implement activities and strategies identified in the annual activity plan.
• Develop and maintain positive partnerships with new and existing community groups, sporting clubs, stakeholders and Aboriginal Community Councils.

For a copy of the position description please click here

Please note: It is a requirement that successful candidates hold a current WA Working With Children Check, and be willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to employment with KAMS.

About the Benefits

KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This role is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive salary package including a base salary of $85,378 plus super and a further host of benefits, including:

• District allowance $2,920 p.a pro rata;
• Electricity allowance $1,440 p.a pro rata;
• Accommodation allowance $7,800 p.a. pro rata;

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in stunning outback locations. Make a positive difference — Apply Now!