The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of primary health and community programs and has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.
Are you passionate about Aboriginal community, fostering connections, driving positive change, and making lasting impact on communities? The SWAMS Access and Engagement team are excited to invite a dynamic individual to join our team as a Community Connector. If you’re enthusiastic about building relationships, achieving outcomes for the local Aboriginal community, and supporting Community members to access disability services depending on their needs, this could be the role for you!
We act with integrity. We put our people at the centre. We are dedicated to excellence. If these values align with your own and this opportunity is something you’ve been looking for, we invite you to submit your application. As a member of the Access team, you will:
* Understand and respect cultural diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people
* Want to achieve outcomes for the Community
* Want to develop your skills in the growing care sector
* Enjoy working and yarning with people in community
About you
You will be someone who enjoys connecting with and advocating for others that may need assistance. You show commitment to your team and your role and ensuring that you are not letting people down who rely on you for help. While no formal qualifications are essential for this role you will have an understanding of Disability services within our community and prior experience working within this field. Most importantly you will have a natural ability to connect with people, build trust and make them feel at ease.
Desirable Criteria
* Aboriginality would be advantageous for this role but not essential
* NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain - paid for by SWAMS)
* National Police Check (or willingness to obtain - Paid for by SWAMS)
* Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain - paid for by SWAMS)
Why SWAMS
* 17.5% leave loading
* Salary sacrifice up to $15,990 on mortgage, rent and more
* Uniform provided
* Generous leave
* Salary of $37.11 per hour plus super
For Information
For further information about this position, please telephone Human Resources on (08) 9797 8111 during normal business hours.
To Apply
To apply for this role please forward your Letter of application, addressing the selection criteria and your current CV to HR@SWAMS.com.au or please visit ‘Careers’ and follow the online application process.
Applications will close on Friday, 22 August 2025.