The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) brings the skills and knowledge of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations together to improve the lives of our people.
SAWCAN was established in 2020 as a partnership consisting of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) on the Eyre Peninsula and Far West Coast of South Australia.
The ACCHOs include:
- Nunyara Aboriginal Health Service in Whyalla
- Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service in Port Lincoln
- Yadu Health Aboriginal Corporation in Ceduna
- Tullawon Health Service in Yalata
- Oak Valley Health Service in Oak Valley
Together, the five partner ACCHOs provide comprehensive primary health care to approximately 5,500 Aboriginal people in a region spanning 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the border of Western Australia.
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Tackling Indigenous Smoking
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Australia’s Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program is a community-led program that aims to improve the health of our people by inspiring all of us to quit or cut down on smokes and vapes. Smoking is a significant health issue within these communities, contributing to various chronic diseases and a reduced life expectancy.
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We’re hiring a Regional Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Project Officer
Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week.
Salary: $79,189.50 per year, plus great benefits, find more information on seek.
The Regional Tackling Indigenous Smoking Project Officer will work across the SAWCAN region to support the development and delivery of the TIS Program. Based and employed with SAWCAN, the Regional Tackling Indigenous Smoking Project Officer will work across 4 communities (Oak Valley, Yalata, Ceduna and Port Lincoln) to support local workforce to take a community level population health promotion approach to inform and support people in their decisions not to smoke or to quit smoking / vaping.
This role will suit someone who has:
• 1 Year or more experience working with Aboriginal organisations and communities.
• 1 Year or more experience working in community or health-related roles.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel intrastate and interstate as required.
• Live or plan to relocate to South Australia.
• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage is strongly preferred for this position
How to apply
• Apply via SEEK only: www.seek.com.au/job/90461548
• Email applications will not be accepted
• Fully AI-generated cover letters will not be accepted
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply
We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as they are received, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. This role will initially be advertised until 20th March 2026, however we may close the advertisement earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.
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Recently, teams at Nunyara Aboriginal Health Service in Whyalla and Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service connected with the No Shame. Just Health. program to yarn about cancer screening options.
Cancer screening is part of everyday care at our Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.
Clinic staff shared what they are seeing on the ground, asked practical questions and explored how screening pathways can work best for their communities. These conversations strengthen local confidence and make it easier for services to support people to check their health in a way that feels safe and respectful.
No Shame. Just Health. is the cancer care program delivered through ACCHOs across the region, making wellbeing, screening and care a normal, supported part of health for Mob.
When screening is culturally safe, community-led and built into routine care, it becomes something people feel comfortable talking about.
Health checks. Informed choices – No Shame. Just Health.
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Staying informed about measles is one way we can protect ourselves, our families and our Elders.
Measles spreads easily through coughing, sneezing and close contact. While it can make people very unwell, especially babies, Elders and people with weakened immune systems, there are clear steps we can take to protect each other.
Vaccination is a strong way to protect yourself, your family and your community. Many people in our communities are already protected and checking your vaccination status is a simple step that can make a real difference.
If you or your child have symptoms like fever, cough, sore eyes or a rash, please call your local ACCHO before attending in person. This helps keep everyone safe and ensures you get the right advice.
If you have questions, need to check your vaccinations or want to have a yarn, reach out to your local ACCHO.
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