Community Connector – Access

Bunbury - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 38 - 38

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 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.

Are you someone passionate about creating positive impact in the Jives of community members and advocating for inclusion Do you have experience working with and advocating for people with a disability Join us as we explore different pathways together side by side working through the NDIS access pathway and supporting meaningful outcomes.

About the role

The Community Connector Access plays a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to understand and access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (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

Selection Criteria:

Demonstrated experience in advocating and supporting others to reach goals or outcomes
Ability to support community members in reaching their goals-whether through encouragement guidance or helping them access services.
Ability to prioritise tasks and follow up particularly in busy environments
Able to manage day-to-day responsibilities by staying organised following through on commitments and keeping track of what needs to be done.
Verbal and written communication
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
Skilled at connecting with people listening respectfully and building relationships that help others feel safe heard and supported.

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 $18550 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 (08)during normal business hours.

To Apply

To apply for this role please submit your application via the online platform or email it directly to Youre also welcome to drop your resume in person at our office located at 30 Wellington Street Bunbury.

Your application must be submitted by 5pm Tuesday 3 March 2026 and include a cover Jetter (1-2 pages max) addressing the selection criteria listed above along with your current resume.

Please note the pre-employment process requires satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test and Police Clearance. This role also requires both WCC and NDIS Clearance. Unsatisfactory pre-employment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn

Required Experience: