Join the Kalwun Team - Make a Real Impact in Community!

This is an identified position, applicants must be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person

Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd, a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation, is calling on passionate changemakers to join our Social and Emotional Wellbeing team.

Whether you’re delivering frontline services, supporting our community behind the scenes, or helping to strengthen cultural connections, your work will make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across South East Queensland. Kalwun offers a wide range of programs across health, community, and family services, all grounded in culture, care, and connection.

About the role

We are seeking a Social & Emotional Wellbeing Care Coordinator to provide coordination of supports to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients who are experiencing mental health and/or substance misuse conditions. This role has a focus of kids in out of home care, and typically works with people aged 0-19 years. This full time fixed term (12 months - parental leave) position is available at our Coomera clinic, although applicants seeking part time (e.g. 0.8 FTE) will be considered.

What you'll be doing

- Triage & assessment of incoming referrals
- Maintain the intake register and manage wait lists effectively and timely
- Collaborate with the Senior Practitioner to assist with triage of referrals
- Undertake assessment needs of clients and effectively manage and coordinate service delivery and provide case management
- Provide brief intervention for clients presenting for mental health wellbeing and substance misuse
- Respond to crisis/acute presentations




- Provide access and coordination to comprehensive support services for clients with the aim of achieving wellbeing as part of a holistic model of care
- Support the goals of the client and that the goals are focused on building the resilience and capacity of the client
- Work with, & provide guidance for support workers to coordinate & co-manage care for clients referred to the program

About You

You’re someone who

- Builds solid, respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Brings experience in work with diverse people and presentations in providing case managed social work driven supports
- Is passionate about making a positive impact and supporting others with heart and purpose

selection criteria

1. Bachelor or Diploma in Health, Human Services, Community Services sector or relevant field is highly desirable

Requirements

- A Blue Card for working with children ('No Card No Start' policy applies)
- National police check
- Current drivers' license (minimum Ps).

What we offer Kalwun values the contributions of all staff and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all staff feel accepted, included and welcomed. Our Employees enjoy a variety of benefits including:

- Competitive salary of $93,000 + super per annum
- Salary sacrifice of $15,900 per annum which can significantly increase your take home pay, plus meal and entertainment expenses of $2,650
- Company that is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community
- 5 weeks annual leave + extra paid personal leave
- A workplace where mob lead the way.

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

To apply

Send us your CV and a short cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Together, let’s build stronger futures for our kids, our families, and our communities.

📌 Social & Emotional Wellbeing Care Coordinator (Coomera)
🏢 Kalwun Development Corporation
📍 Coomera