Project Officer (Research)

About The Organisation

The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.

About The Benefits

A competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900
• Study leaves
• Employee Assistance Program
• 12 days of personal leave per year
• NAIDOC Day holiday
• Personalized professional development opportunities
  
  

About The Role

The Project Officer (Research) will play a crucial role in recruiting and supporting families participating in the study, following up and supporting of engagement of participants and caregivers, with the aim of reducing the risk of drop out, ensuring adherence to research protocols, and liaising with project stakeholders. This position involves engaging with Aboriginal families, obtaining consent, collecting baseline data, and supporting retention strategies throughout the study. The officer will be responding to queries, questions and concerns of participant families; they will be trained in all aspects of the trial, including the principles of the ‘Care for Child Development’ (CCD) program delivery.

The Project Officer (Research) will be directly supervised by the Research Manager (Derbarl Yerrigan), with indirect supervision and guidance from the Maawit Maladjiny Project Coordinator (Edith Cowan University). This will be a Maximum term Full-time role which expires 2 years from the successful applicant's start date. Opportunity to discuss potential Part Time Employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility of potential babies for recruitment into the trial.
• Contact families to gauge their interest in participating.
• Explain the project to families, obtain consent, and collect demographic information.
• Deliver study materials and follow up with participants via phone calls at designated times.
• Liaise with supporting staff at CAHS-CH for recruitment and retention.
• Assist with recruitment and retention efforts by maintaining regular contact with families.
• Locate families and collaborate with the Recruitment Officer, Retention Officer, and CCD
• Workers to ensure return visits for child health checks and CCD program delivery.
• Support caregivers in maintaining engagement with the study and addressing any challenges they face in participation.
• Ensure adherence to study protocols, data collection procedures, and ethical guidelines.
• Work closely with project stakeholders to support the implementation of CCD training and ensure consistent program delivery.
  
  

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualifications

• Relevant experience or qualification in project coordination, child health, or a related field.
  
  

Experience, Skills And Abilities

• Experience working with Aboriginal families.
• Ability to undertake CCD program training and apply learned methodologies consistently.
• Experience in data collection and reporting.
• Ability to work autonomously with timelines.
• Well-developed communication and liaison skills.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including caregivers, healthcare workers, and researchers.
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience working in research studies or public health projects.
• Familiarity with child development and community health initiatives.
• Experience in facilitating community engagement and recruitment for research trials.
  
  

Appointment Pre-requisites

Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to Section 50D of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Essential).
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Satisfactory National Police Clearance that is not older than 6 months.
• Valid Drivers’ License and willingness to travel as required.
• Successful Pre-employment Health assessment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
  
  

A copy of the Job Description can be obtained by contacting the People Services Team on 1800 311 888 or [email protected]

How to Apply: Please apply through SEEK, applications must include:

Current Resume including current contact details; and

Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Institution embracing diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and welcome applications from all backgrounds. DYHS promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services Corporation reserves the right to contact current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview. DYHS reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applications for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.