Your opportunity. Be part of something bigger.We are seeking a dedicated NDIS Community Connector to support people with disabilities in the East Arnhem Region by connecting them to resources, services, and information within their communities. This part-time role involves guiding participants through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) access and planning processes, helping them understand their NDIS plans, and supporting them in navigating mainstream services and complaints processes. Reporting to the NDIS Clinical Specialist, you will build strong relationships with clients and community organizations, represent the NDIS at community events, deliver presentations, and implement the Miwatj Health both-ways model. Training, daily collaboration with the Team Leader, and contributing to resource development are integral to this position.About Miwatj Health Aboriginal CorporationMiwatj Health is an independent Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Service. Established in 1992, we’re committed to securing quality health care services across the East Arnhem and enabling Yolŋu powered community health and wellbeing. Miwatj provides culturally appropriate, comprehensive primary health care to over 6,000 remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents across 3 East Arnhem wards. With a Head Office in Nhulunbuy, Miwatj also manages a Corporate Office in Darwin, 7 fixed clinics across the East Arnhem region, and dedicated outreach teams who travel to 3 additional locations.Essential RequirementsWe are seeking a candidate who has a deep understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal Community Control and self-determination, with a particular focus on the challenges faced by Yolŋu people in remote areas. The ideal candidate will be willing to undertake formal training in the Disability sector and NDIS Community Connector program, is fluent in a Yolŋu Matha dialect, has experience in community networking, and can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.Vaccination & Immunity ScreeningMiwatj Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all workers and users of its healthcare centres. In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Guidelines, National Safety and Quality Health Care Service Standards, and other local policies, guidelines and procedures, we mandate that all staff abide by our Staff Vaccination and Immunity Screening Policy (to be supplied to all successful candidates).For more information, please contact Recruitment at
