Lead with Purpose - Join iREACH Rural Health

iREACH Rural Health is a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering innovative health services across regional South Australia. We are committed to improving the well-being of young people, families, and communities through trauma-informed, person-centred care.

We’re looking for an Aboriginal Cultural Program Specialist to support the Cultural Team in working with First Nations young people and their families. The role focuses on providing culturally safe psychosocial supports that strengthen social and emotional wellbeing, while maximising opportunities for young people.

To find out more about our organisation, please visit: www.ireach.org.au/About-Us and https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/murray-bridge/

About the Role

As an Aboriginal Cultural Program Specialist, you will provide culturally safe psychosocial supports and activities to strengthen the social and emotional well-being of First Nations young people and their families.

You will:

Deliver psychosocial supports, wellbeing activities, and cultural programs for young people and families.

Partner with the Centre Manager and Clinical Lead to ensure culturally safe, innovative services.

Support Cultural and Clinical Teams to work effectively together and with program partners.

Build strong partnerships with Aboriginal organisations, schools, and mental health services.

Ensure services meet contractual, safety, and compliance requirements.

Represent iREACH in community, state, and national forums

About You

You bring:

Certificate or Training in Youth Work, Mental Health, or Aboriginal Health.

Demonstrated ability to support teams and deliver innovative services for First Nations people.

Strong understanding of the Social and Emotional Wellbeing framework.

Experience delivering culturally grounded psychosocial support.

Knowledge of local Aboriginal services and ability to form effective partnerships.

Proficiency in case notes, client databases, and Microsoft Office.

A commitment to culturally safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed practices

Experience working with young people and families

A valid Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer

We’re committed to providing a workplace where you are valued, supported, and inspired.

Our employee benefits include:

Generous Salary Packaging: Benefit from attractive salary packaging arrangements, and a meal and entertainment card (up to $15,900 tax-free).

Competitive Remuneration: Receive a salary that recognises your skills and experience.

Employee Assistance Program: Support services are available for staff and their families.

Professional Development: Opportunities for professional growth and clinical supervision.

Paid Parental Leave: Available for eligible employees.

Flexible Work Options: Flexibility to support work-life balance and family-friendly practices.

Annual Leave: 5 weeks for full-time employees (pro-rata for part-time).

Personal Leave: 10 days for full-time employees (pro-rata for part-time).

Wellness Leave: 2 additional days each year, on top of other leave entitlements.

Apply Now

Applications close: Friday, September 5th, 2025, at 5:00 PM

Applications will be reviewed as received – early applications are encouraged.

Visit: https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/murray-bridge/

Submit your resume and cover letter (addressing the job and person specs) via SEEK.

For further information, contact Rachel Faulkner on (08) 8531 2122

Please include contact details for two current referees. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

We Welcome Diversity

iREACH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

LGBTIQ+ communities

People with disabilities

Individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Ready to make a real difference? Apply now to support First Nations young people to thrive through culture, connection, and wellbeing.