September 10, 2024

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress

Alice Springs

CONTRACT & OTHER & FULL TIME

Community Engagement Officer

Base Salary: $66,963 - $72,559 (p.a.)
Total Effective Package: $85,738- $92,090 (p.a.)*
Full time, Max Term contract
Aboriginal Identified Position

Working with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

Competitive Remuneration
Six (6) weeks' annual leave
Generous salary packaging
A strong commitment to Professional Development
Access to the Congress health services for you and your family at no cost
Relocation assistance (where applicable)
District allowance

About the role
Congress Child Health Engagement team ensures all Aboriginal children aged 0-5 years of age within Congress’ service area undergo multi-disciplinary health and developmental assessments, and that children are able to access early year’s programs and preschool. The team operates within the Child, Youth & Family Services Division, and consists of a Child Health Engagement Manager, Child Health Nurses, PRP Community Engagement Officers and Transport & Engagement (T&E) Officers. The team work closely with a Connected Beginnings Family Engagement Officer, employed by Tangentyere Council.

Why Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?
Congress has expanded to become the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory and is one of the most experienced Aboriginal primary healthcare services in the country. Congress provides a comprehensive, holistic and culturally appropriate primary healthcare service to Aboriginal people living in and nearby Alice Springs, including five remote communities. It is a strong political advocate of closing the gap on Aboriginal health disadvantage and is a national leader in improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal people.

For more information on the position please contact
Connected Beginnings Manager, Ruth Wilson on 0476 816 690

Applications will close when a suitable applicant is found.

Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.

Simply complete the application process, including addressing the selection criteria by clicking the Apply Now button and we’ll be in touch.