Cultural Wellbeing Connector for Aboriginal Youth

Youturn; Port Augusta; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Youturn in Port Augusta is hiring for the First Nations Wellbeing Connector as part of the headspace Port Augusta transition. The role focuses on connecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth with culturally safe support and trusted relationships within the broader team.

We invite current staff who are eligible to express interest in continuing in this vital role, with conversations to follow about aspirations, strengths, and future service delivery.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.
• Ability to build genuine relationships with young people, families, Elders and communities.
• Cultural knowledge and lived experience informing practice.

Responsibilities

• Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to access culturally safe, meaningful support.
• Strengthen connection to culture, community, identity and wellbeing.
• Build trusted relationships with young people, families, Elders and community partners.

Skills

Relationship building

Cultural knowledge

Community connections

Advocacy

Collaboration

Education

Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience

Job description

Youturn in Port Augusta is hiring for the First Nations Wellbeing Connector as part of the headspace Port Augusta transition. The role focuses on connecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth with culturally safe support and trusted relationships within the broader team.

We invite current staff who are eligible to express interest in continuing in this vital role, with conversations to follow about aspirations, strengths, and future service delivery.