Are you looking for a position that will see you achieve real and meaningful outcomes that positively affect our community?
The Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Worker supports the mental health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and carers affected by mental health and alcohol or other drug (AOD) issues.
This role involves facilitating the intake and triage process, delivering culturally appropriate health promotion activities, and coordinating group programs and community events for the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. The SEWB Worker supports harm reduction initiatives, promotes culturally safe care, and strengthens referral pathways through collaboration with internal teams, VACCHO, and external health services.
Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate client records, participating in training, and ensuring all work aligns with clinical and ethical standards. The role requires strong community engagement skills, cultural competence, and a commitment to improving access to holistic, integrated care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The SEWB Worker reports to the Team Leader or Health Programs Manager and contributes to broader team goals as required.
We offer a competitive salary, including tax savings with remuneration subject to experience.
About Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation
Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation (WMAC) is a community-controlled organisation located in South-West Victoria with offices in Heywood and Hamilton.
WMAC provides a range of services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families across Heywood, Hamilton, Portland, and surrounding areas over a number of programs including Land Management, Family Services, Medical Clinic and Allied Health, Health Promotion and Prevention, Community Wellbeing, Culture and Tourism, Governance and Administration and Kinship Care and Support.
WMAC employs over 80 people and has a key focus to provide opportunities for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and access culturally appropriate services. WMAC believes that culturally appropriate services will ensure a balanced approach by working with people rather than for people which will provide equality and self-determination.
Our Vision is "That Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation is recognised as a progressive leader and a catalyst for positive change enabling Aboriginal people in Victoria's far South-West to lead fuller lives".
The ideal applicant will have:
* Certificate IV in Alcohol and Drugs or Mental Health certificate or willingness to undertake relevant study.
* Knowledge and understanding of Health and Community services in the local area
* Excellent interpersonal skills and groups facilitation skill sets
* Able to communicate effectively with a variety of people
* Ability to deal tactfully and discretely with confidential information
* A sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Culture, values, needs, issues and the ability to effectively communicate with Aboriginal community/people.
To apply
The position description can be found on our website at and any enquiries can be made by emailing
To apply, please forward your cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and your resume to the above email.
All submissions must be provided by no later than 5pm Friday 5 September 2025.