Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
* Play a key role in progressing Wellways' Reconciliation Action Plan
* Support cultural safety, connection and engagement across the organisation
* Part time ongoing role (11-15 hours per week neg)
* $44.58 per hour (SCHADS Level 4) based in any of our Wellways locations
Are you an organised, relationship focused administrator with a first nations background who is passionate about reconciliation and cultural safety ? Join Wellways in this new and exciting role supporting the effective delivery of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and strengthening engagement with our First Nations workforce.
About the role
As our First Nations RAP Administration Officer you will be the central point of coordination, working closely with the First Nations Workforce Lead, RAP Committee, First Nations Caucus and teams across Wellways.
Role responsibilities will include:
* Coordinate and complete all administrative tasks connected to the RAP
* Support the First Nations Workforce Lead with reporting and data collection
* Assist with planning and coordinating the annual First Nations Cultural Summit and other key reconciliation events
* Provide high-quality agendas, minutes and action registers for RAP Working Group meetings
* Work with Communications to celebrate achievements
* Support activities that strengthen cultural awareness and understanding
What you will bring to the role:
* Excellent administration and time management skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capability
* A collaborative, culturally respectful approach
* Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate documentation
* A commitment to reconciliation and supporting culturally safe workplaces
If you're passionate about contributing to meaningful change and thrive in a role where connection, coordination and purpose come together, Wellways would love to hear from you
Pre-employment requirements:
* Identify as First Nations and be accepted by their community, and be able to provide documentation confirming Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander heritage, if required
* Relevant experience or qualifications in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
* Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake some travel
* Satisfactory Police Records Check
* Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
* NDIS Workers Orientation Modules – free online course
* Right to Work within Australia
What we will offer you:
* A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
* Paid Cultural leave
* An equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment
* Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
* Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
* Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
* Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
* Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion or any queries about the role, we encourage you to contact Alan Johnson | *********@wellways.org
To view the full Position Description and submit your application along with your cover letter and Resume, click APPLY.
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
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