Position overview

• Employment Type: Full time (80 hours per fortnight with a monthly ADO), On going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Community Development Worker
• Salary Range: $83,434 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking an experienced and motivated Health Promotion Officer to join our team. This role is primarily based at the Warrnambool campus, with occasional travel to Camperdown and Lismore.

As a key member of the team, you will plan, deliver and evaluate health promotion initiatives in line with the South West Healthcare Health Promotion Plan. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and capable practitioner to contribute to meaningful health outcomes across our community.

What you bring

The successful applicant will have a demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of health, with high-level project management skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders and health professionals.

The Health Promotion Officer must have excellent oral communication skills including public speaking and presentation skills, and written communication skills including a demonstrated ability to develop concise and accessible briefs, reports and project documents. Ideally, the successful candidates will hold relevant tertiary qualifications in health promotion, public health, nursing or allied health, or a related discipline.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday, 12 July 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Please submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description. Applications must be submitted in full and will close on Sunday, 12 July 2026; incomplete applications may not be considered.

 Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au