Parental Leave Cover | Full-time | St Kilda with Community Outreach Across South-East Melbourne Help create stronger health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities Better Health Network (BHN) is seeking a passionate and experienced health professional to join our Indigenous Access Team as an Care Coordinator. This is an opportunity to work alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities, supporting people living with chronic health conditions to access the care, services and resources they need to thrive. Working within a culturally safe and community-centred framework, you will build trusted relationships, coordinate care, advocate for clients, and contribute to improved health and wellbeing outcomes across Melbourne's south-east.

About The Role As the Integrated Team Care Coordinator, you will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients to navigate the health system, manage chronic conditions and access the services they need to achieve their health goals.

You Will

Provide culturally safe care coordination and case management Develop individual care plans in partnership with client

Support self-determination and health self-management

Connect clients with health, housing, mental health, AOD, legal and community services

Build and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal community organisations and stakeholders

Promote access to culturally appropriate health services

Advocate for improved outcomes and service accessibility for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples About You You are a compassionate and skilled health professional who values relationship-building, cultural respect and community-led approaches.

You Will Bring

Nursing qualification with current AHPRA registration Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities

Understanding of the historical, social and cultural factors that influence health and wellbeing outcomes





Experience supporting people with chronic and complex health needs

Strong care coordination, case management and advocacy skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities

Cu rrent driver's licence We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply. BHN values the knowledge, experience and leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and is committed to creating a culturally protected and inclusive workplace. Every day, you'll help people access the care they need, strengthen connections to community, and support improved health and wellbeing outcomes. Why join BHN?

We Offer Full Time or Part Time Opportunity – Nursing Award + super + salary packaging advantages Access to Accrued Day (for full time) Work within a multidisciplinary, community-based health team

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs

Boost your take home pay with NFP Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package perks above the FBT cap on items such as: Novated leasing, work related expenses, self-education and additional superannuation Be part of something bigger Apply now to join a team committed to closing the gap and creating healthier futures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Shortlisting and interviews will commence as applications are received. For a confidential discussion, contact Gemma Fitzgerald, Program Manager Resilient Communities at [email protected].

Pre-employment checks include reference checks, National Police Check, Working with Children Check and evidence of right to work in Australia. BHN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities and LGBTQIA+ communities.

📌 Care Coordinator - Indigenous Access (Melbourne)
🏢 Better Health Network
📍 Melbourne