Community Connectors Support Worker

Role overview

Yaandina Community Services is seeking a Community Connectors Support Worker for a 12-month fixed-term appointment in Roebourne, Western Australia. This position focuses on providing culturally safe, trauma-informed assistance that helps strengthen the connection of Aboriginal individuals, families, and communities.

The role involves transport support, outreach, and wellbeing-focused assistance, with work carried out in partnership with local stakeholders and in line with community leadership.

Key duties

• Offer dependable, safe transport so community members can attend appointments, cultural activities, learning opportunities, and community events.
• Develop respectful, positive relationships and provide person-centred support that is culturally appropriate for clients, families, and wider community members.
• Adapt to changing community priorities, use initiative, and maintain confidentiality as well as professional conduct at all times.

Preferred requirements

• A current unrestricted Western Australian driver’s licence.
• A valid Passenger Transport Driver Authority.
• A current Working with Children Check.
• A valid National Police Clearance.
• Sound understanding of Aboriginal culture and a clear commitment to delivering culturally safe, trauma-informed support.

Preferred qualifications and experience

• Certificate IV in Community Services is an advantage, though it is not mandatory.
• Previous experience in community services or a similar support-focused role.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse groups.

Working hours

This is a Monday to Friday position, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Additional information

This role is offered on a 12-month fixed-term basis.