Connect Paediatric Therapy Services are looking to expand our team! please forward your interest with your resume to hr@connectpts.com.au.
What We Offer
A dynamic team to support your growth within allied health and working with special needs children
Full administration support
Contractual hours as arranged
Professional Development Support
Flexible working arrangements for the right candidate whether that be school hours or part time
Aboriginal Community Liaison
The Role
This important position builds bridges between Aboriginal families, communities and our allied health team. As the Aboriginal Community Liaison, you will walk alongside clients and clinicians to ensure services are culturally safe, respectful and responsive. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Build trusting relationships with Aboriginal families and communities
- Act as a cultural bridge between families and clinicians
- Support Aboriginal clients to understand and access the NDIS
- Co-design culturally safe programs and resources
- Provide cultural advice and support to clinicians
- Help coordinate and participate in community events such as NAIDOC and Reconciliation Week
- Contribute to service development, policy and reflective practice
Who We are Looking For
You will thrive in this role if you:
- Are passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal children and families
- Have experience working in community, family or health settings
- Are confident engaging with stakeholders across government, non-government, and community groups
- Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Understand the importance of cultural safety in healthcare and disability services
- Are organised, compassionate, and community-minded
Desirable experience includes: Demonstrated understanding of the NDIS and lived experience in workforce counselling or supporting families in crisis, particularly within Aboriginal communities.