About Us

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service, which provides culturally appropriate, family centred, primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.

About the role

The Aboriginal Disability Liaison Officer role it to raise awareness of the National Disability Insurance Scheme within Cape York and test eligibility to improve access and assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a disability and their families to navigate the NDIS process. This position is full time and fixed term ending on Friday 6 June 2025.

This position is identified where, under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

Essential:

• A minimum 3 years’ experience working with disability and mental health clients.
• Experience in care coordination, preferably in a rural or remote health setting.
• High level experience assisting clients in a remote community setting.
• Experience navigating NDIS systems and processes.
• Practical working knowledge and overview of Cape York communities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Demonstrated organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and drive to meet unexpected challenges.
• Ability to undertake successful interventions with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, including client education, and individual assessment.
• Understanding of the historical and contemporary issues that impact on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and their communities, particularly in Cape York.
• Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with community protocols and customs.
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community control.
• Be approachable, positive, and respectful.
• Informed understanding and knowledge of the impact of disability on daily life and how reasonable and necessary supports can impact on a person's ability to participate in community and economic life.
• Ability to facilitate professional introduction and establish relationships between participants, their families and others, as relevant stakeholders, service providers and pathway supports whether formal or informal, funded or not funded.
• High level computer literacy and familiarity with/ability to readily attain familiarity with database maintenance
• Ability to understand and comply with legislation and manage potential conflicts of interest and seek assistance to do so, if required.
• Must be willing and have the ability to travel in Cape York either by light aircraft or 4WD as required.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Diploma in Disability, or Community Services
• Disability Screening Card
• Australian Federal Police Check, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
• Current Queensland Drivers Licence
• Current Blue Card positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary range - $106,108 - $114.171 + 11.5% superannuation contribution
• Modern facilities and resources
• 5 weeks annual leave and 17.5% leave loading
• Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• EAP program

Our Culture

Apunipima, meaning "united - all in one" in Injinoo Ikya, was conceived at Pajinka near Injinoo at the tip of Cape York. Guided by the "Apunipima Way," we are committed to service by the people, for the people, upholding the right to self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We respect diverse cultural attitudes to ensure our policies are informed, respectful, and ethically sound.

How to Apply

Don't miss the opportunity to join Apunipima. If you're interested in this role, visit our website to see what we are about Work For Us (apunipima.org.au), then click apply now and don’t forget to include your resume, cover letter (answering any screening questions) and your cultural reference.

Applications close on Friday 14 March 2025

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer.

www.apunipima.org.au