🌟 New Role – Paediatric Cultural Support Officer (Full-Time, Permanent)

Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Location: Narrabundah, ACT

Winnunga considers that being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s 42 of the Discrimination Act 1991 (ACT).

A Wonderful Opportunity to Join a Vital New Team Focused on Early Childhood Development!

Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health & Community Services (Winnunga AHCS) is Canberra’s only Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service. Located in the heart of Canberra, we provide trusted, holistic healthcare to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the ACT and surrounding regions.

We are excited to be launching a new team under the Connected Beginnings Program, which aims to give Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children the best possible start before they begin school. This important initiative supports improved developmental and educational outcomes and helps ensure children are healthy, confident, and school-ready.

As part of this new team, we are seeking a Paediatric Cultural Support Officer—a passionate and community-focused individual who will work alongside the Paediatric Nurse to support the social, emotional, developmental, and cultural wellbeing of children and families accessing paediatric and early childhood services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a cultural connector between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and paediatric services.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with families to support engagement with health, education, and early years programs.

• Provide culturally safe, respectful support in navigating health and developmental pathways.

• Coordinate appointments, follow-ups, and service referrals.

• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to promote culturally responsive care.

• Participate in outreach, events, and community engagement activities.

Skills, Experience & Attributes:

• A strong commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

• Motivation to provide high-quality, culturally safe services.

• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

• Current driver’s licence and willingness to transport clients as required.

What We Offer in Return:

• A supportive, friendly and professional work environment.

• Not-for-profit salary packaging (which increases your take-home pay).

• Ongoing professional development support.

• Free gym membership.

Come and join our team and help shape better futures for our children and families!

If you have any queries, please email Jamie Maney at [email protected].

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the link.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.