Aboriginal Community Engagement & Cultural Lead (NDIS) | [C-803]

Aboriginal Community Engagement & Cultural Lead (NDIS) | [C-803]

06 Jul
|
668 CARE
|
Tamworth

06 Jul

668 CARE

Tamworth

Aboriginal Community Engagement & Cultural Lead

Tamworth / Taree / Upper Hunter Region (Singleton–Muswellbrook)
Full-Time | Identified Role | Community Leadership | Flexible Work + Travel

Why This Role Matters

668 Care is expanding across the New England, Manning Valley, and Upper Hunter regions to ensure First Nations communities have access to culturally safe, participant-led NDIS supports.

We’re seeking a respected Aboriginal leader with strong local knowledge to guide our community engagement, build trust, and help shape services that reflect culture, dignity, and choice.

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to lead meaningful change across your region and ensure voices are heard and respected.

Why Join 668 Care?





- Your voice matters – Lead Aboriginal engagement in your region

- Your way, our support – Flexible work with full team backing

- Culture at the centre – Paid cultural leave + travel + PD budget

Your Responsibilities

As the Cultural Lead, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our services are culturally respectful, inclusive, and community-informed.

You will:

- Build trusted relationships with Elders, Aboriginal organisations, schools, and health services

- Organise community events, info sessions, and support Aboriginal participants to understand the NDIS

- Provide cultural mentoring to staff and management to support safe, inclusive service delivery

- Represent 668 Care in stakeholder meetings with hospitals, PHNs, LACs, and service networks

- Contribute to program design, communication materials, and continuous improvement initiatives

- Deliver cultural safety training and support team learning

About You

Identified Role – Open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act.





You are a community leader with deep ties to your region and a strong sense of responsibility to help improve access, equity, and outcomes for Aboriginal people.

You bring:

- Strong connections in Tamworth, Taree, Muswellbrook, Singleton, or surrounding towns

- Community networks with local ACCHOs, schools, health services, councils, or youth organisations

- Experience in community engagement, health, disability, or support services

- The ability to speak confidently and work collaboratively across all sectors

- A valid Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel across the region

Checks Required (or willingness to obtain):

- National Police Check

- NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)

- NDIS Worker Screening Check

What We Offer

- Competitive salary + salary packaging (tax benefits)

- Travel allowance + mobile phone (BYO laptop)





- Paid NAIDOC and cultural ceremony leave (up to 5 weeks leave total)

- Professional development budget + Aboriginal mentoring

- Flexible work: office, home, and community settings

- Strong leadership support to help you shape local impact

How to Apply

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.668care.com.au

Please include:

- Your CV or yarn-style resume

- A short cover letter (max 2 pages) describing:

- Your local community connections

- Your experience in leadership or engagement

- Your vision for improving NDIS outcomes in your region

? Applications close: Friday 1 August 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a face-to-face or Teams interview.





Our Commitment

668 Care welcomes people of all genders, identities, and backgrounds, including those with lived experience of disability or caregiving.

Culture is strength. Leadership is legacy. Join us.

The original job offer can be found in Kit Job:
https://www.kitjobau.com/job/133885426/aboriginal-community-engagement-cultural-lead-ndis-c-803-tamworth/?utm_source=html

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