01 Aug
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Moorditj Koort Aboriginal
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Perth
01 Aug
Moorditj Koort Aboriginal
Perth
About Moorditj Koort
Moorditj Koort is a respected Aboriginal community-controlled organisation supporting the health, social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across WA.
We deliver culturally safe, holistic wrap-around support, walking alongside families with compassion, respect, and cultural strength.
As an Employer of Choice, we're committed to:
Cultural inclusivity
Community impact
Professional development
Emotional, social and wellbeing support
About the Role
We are seeking two dedicated Aftercare Officers to join our Culture Care Connect (CCC) program, one based in Midland and the other in Parmelia.
The Culture Care Connect (CCC) program will bring together key streams of suicide prevention planning, coordination and activity across the network regions, including raising awareness, early intervention, crisis management and aftercare services.
Moorditj Koort recognises Aboriginality as a genuine qualification for this position under 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act ****.
To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) descent, identify as ATSI and be recognised as such by the ATSI community.
What You'll Do
Provide culturally protected aftercare, follow-up and casework support
Walk alongside families to reduce risk and support recovery
Build strong referral networks across health, mental health and community services
Work collaboratively with counsellors, psychologists and SEWB teams
Support community awareness, education and engagement activities
Maintain accurate case notes, data and reporting
Contribute to co-designed,
community-led suicide prevention approaches
Support families with complex social and wellbeing needs
What You'll Bring
Essential
Certificate IV in Mental Health (mandatory)
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person (Section 50D requirement)
Experience in case management or client support in social and emotional wellbeing or mental health
Strong cultural knowledge, connection, and understanding of Aboriginal family systems
Ability to yarn, build trust, and engage respectfully with clients and families
Experience working with people with complex social, emotional or wellbeing needs
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
Good time management and organisational skills
Competence with record keeping, reporting and data entry
Current WA Driver's Licence
WWCC, National Police Clearance (within 3 months), First Aid Certificate
COVID-19 vaccination evidence
Desirable
Knowledge of local community and cultural protocols
Experience delivering community education or wellbeing programs
Experience working in suicide prevention, crisis support or SEWB
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Suite, CRM systems)
Why Join Moorditj Koort?
SCHADS Level 4 salary + super
Salary packaging up to $30,000 (FBT exempt)
Work with a respected ACCHO
Support families through one of the most important stages of healing
Culturally safe and supportive team environment
Ongoing training, development and supervision
Make a real difference every day
📌 Aftercare Officer (Perth)
🏢 Moorditj Koort Aboriginal
📍 Perth