Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/37hfsg 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, Great South, Upper Wheatbelt and Peel regions of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of Services including GP Clinics, Primary Health Care, Counselling, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), and community host various programs. SWAMS has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development. SWAMS is dedicated to enhancing employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. To promote equality and support, this position will be subject to Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference for this role. About the role The Remote Community Connector (RCC) plays a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to understand and access the NDIS. This position focuses on building trust, raising awareness, and providing culturally appropriate information to individuals, families, and carers about disability supports available through the NDIS. Working closely with community members, local organisations, and service providers, the Connector helps identify eligible participants, supports them through the application process, and ensures they feel confident navigating the system. This role is ideal for someone who is community-minded, culturally aware, and passionate about improving access to disability services in remote areas. Working closely with community members, local organisations, and service provides, the RCC helps identify eligible participants, supports them through the application process, and ensures they feel confident in navigating the system. This role is ideal for someone who is community minded, culturally aware, and passionate about improving access to disability services in remote areas. We are seeking two Remote Community Connectors – one to work in the Katanning area and one to work in the Narrogin area. Selection Criteria: - Demonstrated experience in advocating and supporting others to reach goals or outcomes. - Ability to prioritise tasks and follow up, particularly in busy environments. - Able to communicate clearly and confidently in both writing and conversation, using persuasive communication to influence, inform and build understanding. - Strong understanding of, and experience working in disability services, in particular NDIS services. Awareness of disability-related challenges and a willingness to learn about NDIS supports, with any lived or community experience considered valuable. - Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with individuals and groups to achieve positive outcomes for them. Why SWAMS Working alongside passionate people and being able to feel like you have contributed to something every day, SWAMS offers the following: - 17.5% leave loading - Up to $18,550 salary packaging options - Uniforms supplied - Paid leave during Xmas shutdown in addition to your annual leave - Discounted gym memberships - Professional development opportunities For Information For further information about this position, please telephone Human Resources on during normal business hours. To Apply At SWAMS, child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to the wellbeing of all children and young people, with zero tolerance for abuse. All team members have a legal and moral duty to ensure a protected environment and are required to undergo a National Police Clearance. Roles involving direct contact with children also require a valid WA Working with Children Check as part of our pre-employment screening. In addition to this all applicants require satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test. Unsatisfactory pre-employment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. To apply for this role please follow the online application process of this platform or email your application through to:. This role will remain open until the successful candidate is found. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/37hfsg Remote Community Connector – Access (Katanning) SWAMS Katanning### Reply to this offerImpress this employer describing Your skills and abilities, fill out the form below and leave Your personal touch in the presentation letter.#J-18808-Ljbffr