Elder Care Support Connector - Galiwin'ku and Yirrkala

Your opportunity. Be part of something bigger.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Elders and older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people? As an Elder Care Community Connector, you’ll play a vital role in raising awareness about aged care entitlements and ensuring clients have access to the services they need. You’ll connect with communities, support clients through My Aged Care processes, and advocate for their needs while building meaningful relationships with families and local agencies. If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to create positive change and improve the lives of those in your community, we’d love to hear from you!

This role is a part-time, fixed term position until 30 June 2026.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive annual salary of $75,380 - $81,352 per annum pro-rata + 12% superannuation.
• Ability to Salary Package up to $15,900 + additional $2,650 on Meals and Entertainment
• 6 Weeks annual leave pro rata + 17.5% Leave Loading
• 12 Days Personal and 5 Days Compassionate Leave pro-rata
• Access to professional development, study and other leave
• Study Assistance of up to $1,800

About Miwatj

Miwatj Health is an independent Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Service. Established in 1992, we’re committed to securing quality health care services across the East Arnhem and enabling Yolŋu powered community health and wellbeing. Miwatj provides culturally appropriate, comprehensive primary health care to over 6,000 remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents across 3 East Arnhem wards. With a Head Office in Nhulunbuy, Miwatj also manages a Corporate Office in Darwin, 7 fixed clinics across the East Arnhem region, and dedicated outreach teams who travel to 3 additional locations.

Essential Requirements

We are seeking a candidate with a strong understanding of Aboriginal Community Control, self-determination, and the unique challenges faced by Yolngu people in remote areas. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, established relationships with Yolngu and Miwatj communities, and the ability to speak an Aboriginal language or knowledge of traditional kinship systems. Experience working with older people, a willingness to learn about aged care services and reporting, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. A valid NT Driver's Licence is also required.

Vaccination & Immunity Screening

Miwatj Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all workers and users of its healthcare centres. In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Guidelines, National Safety and Quality Health Care Service Standards, and other local policies, guidelines and procedures, we mandate that all staff abide by our Staff Vaccination and Immunity Screening Policy (to be supplied to all successful candidates).

For more information regarding the Vaccination & Immunity Screening requirements, please contact recruitment@miwatj.com.au

For more information, please contact the Allied Health Manager at Jaimee.dutton@miwatj.com.au

Closing Date: 03 August 2025

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