The Organisation

The Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia Limited (AHCSA) is the peak body representing Aboriginal community-controlled health and substance misuse services in South Australia at state and national levels.
Our primary role is to be the ‘health voice’ for all Aboriginal people in South Australia. We achieve this by advocating for the community and supporting workers through our Member Services with appropriate Aboriginal health programs based on a holistic perspective of health.

Summary of the Role

The Receptionist is responsible for delivering AHCSA’s reception services and serves as the first point of contact for all visitors and enquiries. This position helps create a positive and professional first impression for people making contact with AHCSA by maintaining a welcoming and well-organised reception area, and ensuring that all phone, email, and in-person interactions are handled promptly and courteously.

The Receptionist provides accurate information and assistance to staff, Member Services, stakeholders, and the public and is responsible for managing daily mail processes, maintaining courier and cab charge registers, and recording deliveries and dispatches using appropriate systems.
In addition to front desk duties, the Receptionist supports general administrative functions across the organisation, including assisting with travel bookings, meeting and event coordination, and maintaining accurate records and registers. The position also contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative operations by collaborating with other administration staff, sharing resources, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Essential Experience

• Experience dealing with enquiries from clients and the public and in providing excellent customer service.
• Experience undertaking clerical and administration tasks.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, for various tasks.
• Experience participating in establishing and/or maintaining business systems, practices, processes, and procedures within an organisational context.

Desirable Experience/Qualifications

• Experience working within the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector.
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders, including government agencies and non-government organisations.

What we offer

• The opportunity to join the peak body representing Aboriginal community-controlled health and substance misuse services in South Australia
• A workplace that encourages work/life balance
• An inclusive and diverse workplace
• Great salary package and benefits
• Generous leave provisions
• Full time, ongoing position – Immediate start available

Special Conditions

• Out of normal hours work may be required.
• National Police Certificate is required.
• Working with Children Screening is required.

How to apply

Please apply via SEEK.

To be considered for the role you are required to submit a Resume and Suitability Statement of no more than 5 pages.

The Suitability Statement has to address the Statement of Key Responsibilities of the Job and Person Specification. Only applications that have addressed the Statement of Key Responsibilities will be considered.
Visit our webpage to find the Job and Person Specification under the Work With Us tab - https://ahcsa.org.au/work-with-us/current-opportunities/

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Megan Kivell from Perks People Solutions – [email protected]

Please note, late applications will not be accepted and no other agencies please.

Closing Date for applications: 30th September 2025

This position may be filled prior to the closing date of the advertisement. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.