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 Opportunity

The Team Leader – Outreach Wellbeing Programs will oversee programs and services delivered by the Outreach Wellbeing Programs Team to ensure they are delivered in an effective, efficient and accountable manner, providing high quality, client focused care. The Team Leader will ensure that the Outreach Wellbeing Program deliverables are met in accordance with the relevant funding contracts, Apunipima Model of Care and wellbeing needs of Cape York communities. This is a part time, fixed term position ending on the 30 June 2026.

There is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), for this position to be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants

About You

We are seeking applicants who have:

Demonstrated experience leading and supervising a multidisciplinary team, preferably within a social and community services environment.

Demonstrated experience leading the planning, monitoring and review of social and emotional wellbeing programs and services.

Demonstrated experience providing advice, guidance and support on complex social and emotional wellbeing cases, including risk assessments, support planning and case reviews.

Experience providing services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, preferably in Cape York.

Effective leadership skills to support a team of workers across a number of disciplines.

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to coordinate and monitor holistic, culturally appropriate and integrated social and emotional wellbeing programs and services.

High level communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate solutions to issues as they arise.

Understanding of the historical and contemporary issues that impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their communities, particularly in Cape York.

Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with community protocols and customs.

Demonstrated understanding of the principles of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community control.

Must be willing and have the ability to travel in Cape York either by light aircraft or 4WD, as required.

Mandatory Requirements

Qualification in Human Services or Behavioural Science relevant to the position.

Current Queensland Drivers Licence.

Blue Card (Working with Children Card), or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement.

AFP National Police Check, or willing to obtain prior to commencement.

Desirable

Qualification in Indigenous leadership.

Experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO).

Why work for us?

Competitive salary range - $96.496 - $106,835 pro rata + 11.5% superannuation contribution

Modern facilities and resources

5 weeks annual leave & 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 established in 1994 to advocate and support the health needs of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Cape York. Over the years, Apunipima has expanded to become a key primary health care provider across Cape York. Guided by the "Apunipima Way," Apunipima is committed to service by the people, for the people, upholding the right to self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge and respect the voices of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Cape York and ensure our services are culturally responsive, informed, respectful, and ethically sound.

Ready 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 Monday, 14 July 2025

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer.

www.apunipima.org.au