Community Connector Team Leader

Community Connector Team Leader

Full Time | Yalata, South Australia

Lead Change. Empower Community. Create Lasting Impact.

Are you a passionate leader who believes everyone should have access to the support and services they need to live well?

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to lead programs that help Aboriginal Elders, people living with disability, and their families navigate aged care, NDIS, health, and community services while strengthening outcomes for the Yalata community. The Community Connector Team Leader provides leadership to the Community Connector Team and oversees the delivery of the Elder Care Support and NDIS Remote Community Connector programs

About Tullawon Health Service

Tullawon Health Service is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation delivering culturally safe care and support for the Yalata community. Grounded in community, culture, family, and Country, we work to improve health and wellbeing outcomes while empowering people to remain connected to what matters most.

Why Join Us?

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Generous Not-for-Profit salary packaging benefits
• Additional Program Leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunity to live and work in a unique and culturally rich community
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of Elders, people with disability, and their families

About the Role

As the Community Connector Team Leader, you will lead a dedicated team delivering culturally safe navigation, advocacy, and coordination services across aged care, NDIS, health, and community support systems.

You will help ensure community members can access the services they need while maintaining choice, independence, and self-determination. You'll also build strong partnerships with service providers and advocate for improved outcomes for the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support the Community Connector Team.
• Oversee delivery of the NACCHO Elder Care Support Program and NDIS Remote Community Connector Program.
• Support Elders and people with disability to navigate complex service systems.
• Advocate for consumers and families to access appropriate supports.
• Build strong relationships with community members, service providers, and government agencies.
• Monitor program performance, quality improvement, and compliance requirements.
• Promote culturally safe, person-centred service delivery.

About You

You are an experienced people leader who is passionate about community empowerment and improving access to services for Aboriginal people.

Essential Requirements

• Qualification in Community Services, Health, Human Services, or a related field.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Previous leadership or staff supervision experience.
• Experience in aged care, disability, health, or community services.
• Strong communication, advocacy, relationship-building, and organisational skills.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required clearances.

Highly Regarded

• Experience working in remote Aboriginal communities.
• Knowledge of My Aged Care, NDIS, and Commonwealth aged care programs.
• Understanding of Pitjantjatjara language and culture.
• Experience in quality, accreditation, and program reporting.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

If you're looking for a career where your leadership can create real change, strengthen communities, and help people access life-changing support services, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and join a team committed to improving the health, wellbeing, and independence of the Yalata community.