ABOUT WIRRAKA MAYA HEALTH SERVICE ABORIGINAL CORPORATION (WMHSAC)

WMHSAC is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service supporting Aboriginal people in South Hedland and surrounding communities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Culture Care Connect is a Pilbara partnership delivering culturally safe aftercare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis. The program provides coordinated support, care planning and connections to health, social and community services to promote recovery, wellbeing and continuity of care.

This is a full-time, Maximum Term Contract position until 30 June 2027, suited to a male who is compassionate, respectful and enjoys supporting people to achieve their goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

- As a Support Worker (Male), you will provide person-centred, recovery-focused psychosocial support to help people:
- Provide culturally safe aftercare, outreach and follow-up support to individuals following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis, including risk assessments and safety planning.
- Develop and coordinate individual care plans, referrals and access to appropriate health, social and community support services.
- Build and maintain strong relationships and referral pathways with clients, families, health services, emergency services, community organisations and stakeholders.
- Participate in community networks, suicide prevention initiatives, health promotion activities and programs that support community wellbeing.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records, case notes and program data, including required reporting and quality improvement activities.
- Participate in supervision, team meetings,



professional development and continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain required qualifications, licences, registrations and clearances, and undertake regional or interstate travel, including overnight stays, as required
- Comply with WMHSAC policies, procedures, Code of Conduct, values and WHS requirements, and undertake other reasonable duties within the scope of the position and individual capabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS | CLEARANCES | EXPERIENCE

Essential

- Experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, including clients with complex needs.
- Sound understanding of Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB), mental health and AOD issues affecting Aboriginal communities.
- Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate case notes, manage competing priorities and work effectively within a team.
- You will demonstrate a commitment to culturally safe, respectful and effective service delivery for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.
- Certificate IV in Mental Health, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or equivalent relevant qualification and/or experience.

Desirable

- Experience in suicide prevention and/or SEWB services.
- Suicide prevention training such as SafeTALK or ASIST.

SALARY AND PERKS





This position offers a competitive base salary of $96,863 per annum per annum pro rata plus Allowances, alongside a range of attractive benefits that include:

- Above Award rates of pay and generous salary.
- District Allowance + 5 weeks annual leave
- Salary packaging helping reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay.
- Employee Wellbeing initiatives and discounted gym membership
- Paid study leave, CPR/First Aid training, Cultural Awareness training, conferences & professional development opportunities

APPLY NOW

If you’re ready to bring your skills and make a lasting difference, apply now and make a lasting difference. A copy of the position description and selection criteria may be obtained by emailing the Recruitment Team [email protected]

To apply, use Seek Quick apply at the top of this advertisement.

For more information, please contact the program manager:

Name: Emma Cupps

Email: [email protected]

Phone number: (08) 9172 0421

Application Closes: 9 November 2026

WMHSAC will commence shortlisting and interviews as applications are received. We encourage applicants to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

This is an Identified position, open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only, in accordance with section 51 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and section 50(d) of the

Equal Chance Act 1984 (WA).

SAFEGAURDING STATEMENT

WMHSAC is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants are subject to child safety screening processes and must uphold our safeguarding values at all times.

📌 Culture Care Connect (Male) (South Hedland)
🏢 Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal
📍 South Hedland