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ACON offers a colourful, nurturing and fun workplace. Our staff and volunteers are the foundation for our ongoing effectiveness. We are committed to our employee’s professional development and engagement – ensuring we build our capabilities with people that have the right values, attitudes, skills and knowledge.

We are grounded in the belief that diversity is our strength, our differentiator, and at the core of who we are and what we do. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we encourage applications from people living with HIV, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTQ people from culturally, linguistically and ethnically diverse, migrant and refugee backgrounds, and LGBTQ people of colour.

Current Vacancies

General Practitioners – Kaleido Health Centre

ACON’s brand new sister organisation, Kaleido Health Centre, is opening in Eveleigh in early 2025, and we are seeking GPs who want to work with us at our new purpose-built centre to create a new way of working and delivering care for our community.

The Role:

  • Part-time or full-time opportunities available
  • Inclusive, Person-centred & Integrated Healthcare for LGBTQ+ Communities
  • 70% of billings
  • Mixed billing health centre
  • Average billings of $300 per hour
  • An onboarding retainer of $175/hr or 70% of billings, whichever is higher, for the first 3 months.
  • LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming General Practice medicine.
  • Seeking practitioners wishing to commence in early 2025

Our Offer:

  • Support from a multidisciplinary team, including nursing, social work, peer support workers, administrative support, and volunteer client service officers.
  • Flexible days and hours encouraging a healthy work-life balance
  • Onsite mental health services, including psychology, clinical psychology, and counselling.
  • A culture that promises to truly support GPs to provide the best care
  • Experienced management team for support and business development, including a full-time CEO, Business & Operations (Practice) Manager, and Clinical Lead for Mental Health Services.
  • Use of integrated digital clinical systems to help you provide best practice care
  • Onsite pathology.
  • Brand new fit-out of an elegant heritage building, with facilities including:
    • 8 clinical consulting rooms (including bariatric facilities)
    • 7 multipurpose (mental health) consult rooms
    • 2 treatment rooms
    • 2 peer support consult rooms
    • Pathology collection
    • Multiple waiting rooms
    • Parenting room
    • Staff amenities, board room, meeting rooms
  • Paid time for onboarding education and training in LGBTQ+ diversity and inclusive practice.
  • Statewide referral network, including warm referral pathways with established clinical partners.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with diverse in-reach specialists, clinical providers, and researchers.
  • Close to public transport and some onsite parking.

About You:

  • Vocationally Registered (VR) GP or FRACGP
  • Current AHPRA registration and full working rights in Australia
  • Current medical indemnity insurance
  • We are seeking GPs with a passion for providing innovative LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming primary health care and who may have a concurrent special interest or skills in one or more of the following:
    • Gender Affirming Care
    • Drug Health
    • Sexual Health
    • Mental Health
    • Cancer Screening & Support
    • Child, Family, & Youth Health

About Us:

The first of its kind in Australia, Kaleido Health is a specialised LGBTQ+ health service that will deliver inclusive, person-centred, integrated health care specifically for sexuality and gender diverse people in NSW across a range of health services.

Opening in early 2025 and accessible statewide via telehealth, Kaleido will provide GP-led primary care services alongside specialist services, including mental health, sexual health, gender affirming healthcare, drug health, cancer screening and support, and other services for sexuality and gender diverse people.

The centre will include GPs, mental health professionals, nurses, peer workers, social workers, and a range of in-reach specialists and allied health practitioners, allowing for multidisciplinary care in a community-driven service and space.

Kaleido Health has been established by ACON, NSW’s leading organisation specialising in community health, inclusion and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders, with support from the NSW Government through the NSW Ministry of Health and Sydney Local Health District. The service has also been developed in collaboration with Central Eastern Sydney PHN, St Vincent’s Hospital Network Sydney and other key partners.

Kaleido Health will be registered with AGPAL to complete accreditation within 12 months of opening under RACGP Standards 5th edition.

For further details, please call Daniel McCarthy (Clinical Services Lead, Kaleido Health Centre Development) on 0490 851 163 or email dmccarthy@acon.org.au.

DOWNLOAD: Job Pack – General Practitioners – Kaleido Health Centre

Applications close 1 December 2024.

We are grounded in the belief that diversity is our strength, our differentiator, and at the core of who we are and what we do. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we encourage applications from people living with HIV, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTQ+ people from culturally, linguistically and ethnically diverse, migrant and refugee backgrounds, and LGBTQ+ people of colour

Community Health Promotion Officer – Trans Health Equity

Are you passionate about advancing health equity for trans adults of all genders in NSW and across Australia? If you’re passionate about community and improving health outcomes for trans people and (especially trans feminine communities) we want you!

This is a unique opportunity to join ACON’s Trans Health Equity team and support the development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based programs and initiatives that promote trans health and rights, trans-affirming practice, community strength, and equitable access to healthcare.

What’s the Trans Health Equity Programs Team you say?

Trans people of all genders and communities have particular health needs, and experience significant barriers to accessing the health education and care that they need. The need for a comprehensive and coordinated set of activities to address these health discrepancies is ongoing and urgent. ACON will continue to advance efforts to reduce health disparities and enhance strong health and gender euphoria for trans people of all genders and communities.

Ok, so what’s the role?

We are seeking a committed and creative person to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of Trans Health Equity Programs that aim to enhance health and wellbeing for trans adults across NSW.

In this pivotal role, you will be part of a team that aims to develop and implement evidence-based programs that address health disparities and improve access to information, community and health for all trans community members.

You’ll work in collaboration with your team and a number of stakeholders to improve the health and wellbeing of trans adults of all genders and communities in NSW and across Australia, focusing on a number of areas that include:

  • Contributing to and promoting clear, easy and understood pathways for accessing care, information and support.
  • Facilitating and enabling opportunities for enhanced trans community peer support, connection, gender euphoria and strength.
  • Promoting affordable and available gender-affirming health care.
  • Contributing to and promoting a trans-affirming, gender affirming and knowledgeable health sector.

Who are we looking for?

  • Someone with an understanding of factors impacting the health and wellbeing of trans communities, especially transfeminine communities and a commitment to engaging these communities in NSW.
  • A person who knows the gender affirming, general health, support and information needs of trans and gender diverse communities in Australia and a commitment to engaging these communities in NSW.
  • Someone with experience in supporting health promotion projects/events and group facilitation especially in community health, education and support settings.
  • A person with highly developed oral, organisational, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience in community engagement and/or outreach.
  • Someone with the demonstrated ability to network with a range of stakeholders, including health professionals, researchers, volunteers, community leaders, management, and other relevant organisations.

What else can we tell you?

ACON provides a colourful, nurturing, and fun workplace. Our employees and volunteers are the foundation for our ongoing effectiveness and for our capacity to deliver innovative community engagement and health promotion programs and initiatives for our communities.

To support the successful candidate in their new role at ACON we offer:

  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Generous learning and development opportunities.
  • Potential for tailored mentoring opportunities.
  • Supportive working environment with a knowledgeable and friendly team.

ACON provides a colourful, nurturing, and fun workplace. Our employees and volunteers are the foundation for our ongoing effectiveness and for our capacity to deliver innovative community engagement and health promotion programs and initiatives for our communities.

The ‘Nuts & Bolts’

Salary:           $69,924 to $72,891 (Gross per-annum, PLUS Superannuation and Leave Loading) – commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience.

Location:      Gadigal / Sydney Office, with flexible working options a possibility (away from the office).

This position is open to everyone in NSW, located at the ACON Sydney Surry Hills Office. We offer a flexible working option with the ability to work from home, however we are looking for a person that can attend in-person meetings or community events and work from an ACON office when required.

Hours:         Full -Time (70 hours per fortnight) on a 1-year fixed term contract (with the possibility of extension).

We offer flexible working arrangements and a generous array of entitlements often above the National Employment Standards (NES) including:

  • Salary Packaging up to $35,000 gross up value (i.e., currently up to $15,900 Expenses + $2,650 Meals, tax free).
  • Generous pro-rata leave entitlements – including up to an extra week of paid leave for full time employees to be taken during our Christmas and New Year’s shutdown period.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to a comprehensive counselling service free to employees.

How can I find out more details and apply?

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply to join our team and help us make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. By joining us, you will be part of a mission to create a healthier and more inclusive community.

We’d love someone who has experience already in this area but people at all levels of experience are absolutely welcome to apply. We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from CALD backgrounds, people with disabilities, and people of all genders to apply.

For more information on the role, please contact Adrian Mouhajer, Manager – Trans Health Equity, via email at amouhajer@acon.org.au. If this sounds like the position and organisation you’ve been looking for, find out how to apply at www.acon.org.au/jobs.

All applications must include:

  1. Your completed ACON Employment Application Form – with all the details filled in where requested;
  2. Your Cover Letter outlining how you meet the Selection Criteria (max. 2 pages); and
  3. Your Resume (max. 2 pages).

DOWNLOAD: Job Pack – Community Health Promotion Officer – Trans Health Equity

Applications close: Sunday 17 November 2024

We are grounded in the belief that diversity is our strength, our differentiator, and at the core of who we are and what we do. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we encourage applications from people living with HIV, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTQ people from culturally, linguistically and ethnically diverse, migrant and refugee backgrounds, and LGBTQ people of colour.

Community Health Promotion Officer – Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence

Want to make a positive difference for LGBTQ+ communities? Now is your chance!

We are on the lookout for someone to join the Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence team in the Health Equity and Harm Reduction Division. This role will support the implementation of ACON’s LGBTQ+ Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence (SDFV) Program for sexuality and gender diverse communities aimed at preventing and reducing the impact of SDFV experienced by LGBTQ+ people in NSW.

Ok, so what’s the role?

The Community Health Promotion Officer – Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence is essentially an all-rounder who supports the multiple differing and exciting programs we offer. You will:

  • Assist in the coordination, implementation, promotion and evaluation processes of ACON’s SDFV campaigns, programs, research, and resources.
  • Contribute to the development of professional documents, briefings, and reports for a range of stakeholders including government bodies and community.
  • Regularly update and maintain ACON’s Say It Out Loud website.
  • Represent ACON at NSW SDFV committees, roundtables, inter-agencies and other stakeholder meetings.
  • Give presentations to a range of agencies on diversity, discrimination, and LGBTQ+ sexual, domestic, and family violence.
  • Maintain appropriate and timely statistics, administrative records, and written reports.
  • Actively participate in and contribute to an ongoing process of supervision, unit meetings, team meetings, general staff meetings, quality improvement and professional development strategies.
  • Perform other duties to assist with the work of the unit as requested by your supervisor (or designate).

Who are we looking for?

  • Someone who is passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ people to have healthy and safe relationships.
  • A person who loves to work in a team environment, has initiative, and is comfortable writing and communicating to a wide range of stakeholders.

What else can we tell you?

ACON provides a colourful, nurturing, and fun workplace. Our employees and volunteers are the foundation for our ongoing effectiveness and for our capacity to deliver innovative community engagement and health promotion programs and initiatives for our communities.

To support the successful candidate in their new role at ACON we offer:

  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Generous learning and development opportunities.
  • Potential for tailored mentoring opportunities.
  • Supportive working environment with a knowledgeable and friendly team.

We provide a flexible and supportive working environment. You’ll be a part of the Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence team, in the Health Equity, Harm Reduction Division. A highly focused and caring team who are responsible for health promotion and awareness raising about LGBTQ+ people experiencing sexual, domestic and family violence in NSW.

What’s the remuneration and working details?

Salary:           $80,444.00 – $84,357.00 (Gross per-annum, PLUS Superannuation and Leave Loading) – commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience.

Location:      ACON’s Gadigal / Sydney Office.

Hours:           Full-Time (70 hours per fortnight).

We offer flexible working arrangements and a generous array of entitlements often above the National Employment Standards (NES) including:

  • Salary Packaging up to $35,000 gross up value (i.e., currently up to $15,900 Expenses + $2,650 Meals, tax free).
  • Generous pro-rata leave entitlements – including up to an extra week of paid leave for full time employees to be taken during our Christmas and New Year’s shutdown period.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to a comprehensive counselling service free to employees.

How can I find out more details and apply?

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply to join our team and help us make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. By joining us, you will be part of a mission to create a healthier and more inclusive community.

We’d love someone who has experience already in this area but people at all levels of experience are absolutely welcome to apply. We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from CALD backgrounds, people with disabilities, and people of all genders to apply.

For more information on the role, please contact Jade Parker, Acting Manager, Sexual, Domestic, Family Violence, via email at jparker@acon.org.au.

All applications must include:

  1. Your completed ACON Employment Application Form – with all the details filled in where requested;
  2. Your Cover Letter outlining how you meet the Selection Criteria (max. 2 pages); and
  3. Your Resume (max. 3 pages).

DOWNLOAD: Job Pack – Community Health Promotion Officer – Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence

Applications Close: Sunday 1 December 2024

We are grounded in the belief that diversity is our strength, our differentiator, and at the core of who we are and what we do. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we encourage applications from people living with HIV, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTQ people from culturally, linguistically and ethnically diverse, migrant and refugee backgrounds, and LGBTQ people of colour.

 

More information and how to apply

How To Apply

How To Apply

  1. Download and follow the instructions within the relevant job pack.
  2. Download and complete the ACON Employment Application Form
  3. Create a Cover Letter outlining how you meet the Selection Criteria as outlined in the job pack. Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role and how you’d use them to excel in this job. You should use statements with examples that clearly demonstrate your competency in a particular area.
  4. Update your Resume (CV) with the latest information, certifications and employment history. Tell us about your current and previous employment experience and your education. Be sure to include your preferred name, contact details and preferred pronouns.
  5. Email your complete application with these three documents in MS-Word or PDF format to: vacancy@acon.org.au

Application Checklist

Application Checklist

Before you submit your application, ensure you have the following:

  • Completed ACON Employment Application form – ensuring that all questions are answered
  • Cover Letter document outlining how you meet the Selection Criteria – as outlined in the Position Description.
  • Resume (CV) document with your the latest information, certifications, and employment history.

For more information about ACON recruitment, please contact ACON’s People and Culture Team: