Carer Hub Navigator - Cairns QLD

Wellways Australia Limited; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Cairns seeks Carer Hub Navigators to facilitate connections for carers, promoting wellbeing and independence. Candidates should have experience with mental health support and a relevant diploma. This part-time role offers competitive pay and various employee benefits, putting a strong emphasis on community engagement and inclusivity.

Benefits

Salary Packaging

Meal and Entertainment Allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience working with community support services.
• Current valid Driver’s Licence.
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check.

Responsibilities

• Create connections between Carers and community resources.
• Support Carers to achieve holistic wellbeing.
• Oversee the Cairns Carer Hub activities.

Skills

Experience working with carers in mental health, community support

Strong technology skills

Effective relationship-building

Education

Diploma or above in a support discipline

NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

Job description

Overview

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.

• Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first!
• SCHADS 4B ($43.08-$46.35 ph) + super + salary packaging benefits
• Part time (22.5 hrs) opportunity based in Cairns QLD
• Would suit carer
• Available to work between the hours of 10am and 2 : 30PM, with occasional additional hours by arrangement

About the opportunity

Are you a passionate and community‑minded individual who thrives on connecting with others and making a real difference? Do you have a deep understanding of your local community and a knack for helping people navigate support services? If so, we’re looking for Carer Hub Navigators –who will be the welcoming face and guiding hand for carers in our new Carer Hubs.

This is an exciting new role designed to integrate community development and community engagement approaches to raise awareness and enhance accessibility to Carer Gateway services through in our Carer Gateway Hub.

The Carer Services Navigator role is based in the Cairns region, providing consistent presence and reliable support to carers however adopts a 'no wrong door' approach. Working in collaboration with a team, you will actively build strong, sustainable relationships with community organisations, health services, schools, aged care facilities and local government agencies to further strengthen and embed carer support locally.

Role Functions

To create seamless connections between Carers and vital community resources, cultivating meaningful relationships that support wellbeing and independence. Supporting Carers to thrive, focusing on holistic well-being, going beyond basic needs to help carers achieve their full potential. The service is Carer focused, ‘how can we help’ and a ‘no wrong door approach’. Oversee the CairnsCarer Hub, facilitating social interaction and promoting wellbeing, connection and a sense of belonging.

Qualifications

• Experience working with carers in mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community support services
• Diploma or above in a support discipline and / or Equivalent Community sector experience
• Current valid Driver’s Licence
• Strong technology skills
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check (within 12 months)
• WWCC / QLD Blue Card
• NDIS Workers Screening check / QLD Yellow Card
• Appropriate IT Skills
• Right to Work within Australia
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

Benefits

• Purpose‑Driven Culture : Immerse yourself in a culture where passion meets purpose. Here, you can thrive while making a genuine difference. We hold respect for every individual close to our hearts, and we cherish the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
• Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment : We take pride in fostering a workplace that's not just diverse, but also equitable and socially inclusive. We value the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that our team members bring, and we actively promote an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging.
• Salary Packaging : Enhance your financial well‑being with our salary packaging option, which lets you allocate up to $15,899 of your salary for specific expenses before taxes kick in. This means more financial flexibility for you to allocate funds toward things like rent, mortgage payments, or car leasing.
• Meal and Entertainment Allowance : Indulge in the joys of life with our meal and entertainment allowance, available through salary packaging. You can enjoy up to $2,650 per annum to savor delightful meals and experiences with your loved ones, all while saving on taxes.
• Employee Assistance Program : We understand that life comes with its challenges, and your well‑being is important to us. As part of our commitment to your holistic health, you and your family have access to our Employee Assistance Program. It's a supportive resource designed to help you navigate life's ups and downs with confidence and resilience.

Join us, and not only will you find fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose‑driven community where your well‑being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.

About Wellways

Wellways are a team of approximately 2000 staff and 150 volunteers across 93 sites providing a range of programs, services and supports to people right across Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. We remain committed to our mission, of creating inclusive communities where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential; and we are always on the look‑out for like‑minded people who would like to be a part of this.

How to Apply

Apply by submitting your up to date CV and a Cover Letter addressing the below criteria :

• We would like to hear about your skills, talents and passion in community‑based work (paid / unpaid). Provide one example as a narrative, that demonstrates how this looks in practice
• Share with us how you build relationships, create networks that support people to feel included and facilitate communication
• Share with us, how you will create, invite, and implement community programs
• Share with us your understanding of the organization's mission and values and how your skills align with us as an organisation

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Kathleen Roser at [e-mail]

Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.

Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.

If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways

Applications Close 07 / 12 / 2025