Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Location: Nepean Hospital Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ****** Applications Close: 22/11/2026 Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications Health Education Officer Non-Graduate: $67,****** – $97,****** per annum Health Education Officer Graduate: $77,****** – $123,****** per annum
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional setting to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. Population Health Division is responsible for addressing primary and secondary disease prevention within the local community through Health Promotion, HIV and Related Programs Multicultural Health. Our work is delivered through individual service delivery. Population health promotes programs and initiates capacity building to members of priority populations on priority issues. Make A Real Difference! Step into this rewarding opportunity where your cultural knowledge and voice genuinely matters. Working within the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, you will be the driving force behind positive health choices and stronger relationships for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This is an identified position under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act **** (NSW), open only to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Key Responsibilities
Join our small and supportive team where your voice is heard and your ideas are celebrated. We value your expertise and what you to bring to the team.
Building genuine relationships is at the heart of this role.



You will work with local Aboriginal organisations and community members to find out what matters to them. You'll also work side‐by‐side with other Aboriginal team members and a supportive network of workers across the district.
Contribute to positive change by breaking down barriers and stamp out stigma. You will lead the way in ensuring community members have easy access to information to make healthy choices. You'll champion positive messages about sex and relationships through powerful culturally safe campaigns.
Your ideas about where and how sexual health messages and services are delivered to mob is empowering and will go beyond local communities. You will be supported, as a representative for the region, to be part of the Statewide Aboriginal Sexual Health and Blood Borne Virus Network.
This isn't just a desk job. With support, you will plan and deliver community info/fun days, help with community‐based screening programs, and be front and centre celebrating at all significant Aboriginal community events.
Ready to Empower the Community?
If you have an ability to build partnerships, a valid driver's licence and an understanding of the health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you!
Employment Benefits
Accrued Day off (ADO)
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
Novated Leasing
Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year




Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Fitness Passport
What You Will Bring To The Role
Please provide a brief description of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage and your connection to community.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, such as health promotion, sexual health, population health, education; community services; OR a demonstrated understanding sexual health, blood borne viruses and/or youth health promotion.
Sound knowledge of Aboriginal sexual health needs and issues and the individual and social impacts of HIV, STIs and viral hepatitis.
Demonstrated ability to design, develop, implement and evaluate, education and health promotion activities and projects.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal, teamwork, and written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with community, government and business organisations and industries to achieve outcomes.
Strong organisational, prioritisation, and time management skills.
Valid unrestricted drivers' licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.
Additional Information
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
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📌 Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer - Sexual Health, Bbv And Sti Health (Identified) (Adelaide)
🏢 Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
📍 Adelaide