Connected Beginnings Community Connector (CBCC)

About the Organisation

The Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. With a focus on delivering culturally appropriate and holistic care, OVAHS provides a wide range of primary health services to meet the unique needs of our community.

We are committed to enhancing access to healthcare, empowering individuals, and fostering a safe and inclusive environment where community members feel respected, supported, and valued. Our passionate and skilled team of healthcare professionals work alongside community members to address both physical and mental health challenges while promoting preventative care, health education, and lifestyle initiatives.

At OVAHS, we believe in working with the community to strengthen and prioritise the social, emotional, and physical health of every individual. As part of a growing and dynamic organisation, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference and be a part of positive, long-term change in the community.

About the Opportunity

The Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service now has a fantastic opportunity to join their team of dedicated staff in in Kununurra, WA on a full-time basis!

Connected Beginnings Program is intended to provide all children with a great start by improving their wellbeing prior to school, with a specific focus across education, health, and family services. The initiative will particularly address the needs specific to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families living in the East Kimberley, using a collaborative collective impact approach to determine unique and community-owned goals and strategies to connect families to services and improve the ability of children to achieve early developmental milestones and a positive transition to school.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that values community, culture, and connection. You’ll have access to professional development, a supportive work environment, and the chance to make a real difference every day.

OVAHS is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

*OVAHS reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.

About You

You are a compassionate and driven individual with a commitment to delivering culturally safe and person-centered services to the community. With great community networking skills, you are passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.

Your ability to build strong relationships with clients, families, and the community sets you apart!

About the Benefits

OVAHS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. It offers a stable, safe and supportive work environment with a large, multi-disciplinary team including doctors, nurses, Aboriginal Health Workers, an audiologist, dietitian, mental health workers and a social support unit.

Your dedication will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $112,461 per annum pro rata (commensurate with qualifications and experience) including a range of benefits to significantly increase the value of your overall remuneration package including:

Specific benefits include:

Base Wage: $89,868 - $93,652 (dependent on Qualifications and experience) per annum pro rata + Super

5 weeks annual leave per year

Additional paid leave over the end of year closure period

Annual flight allowance $1,800 per annum pro rata

Accommodation allowance

Sociable hours (Mon-Fri office hours)

Salary packaging plus more!