Healthy Outback Communities: Community Wellbeing Connector - Windorah

Western Queensland Primary Health Network; Windorah; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work arrangements

Salary packaging options

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive regional team

Job summary

Western Queensland Primary Health Network seeks a Casual Community Wellbeing Connector in Windorah. The role focuses on bringing people together, supporting local wellbeing initiatives and linking residents to services, activities and opportunities that improve health and wellbeing.

You should be well connected within the Windorah community, enjoy working with people and want to make a meaningful difference.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Windorah community and its opportunities and challenges.
• Proven ability to build relationships and engage with diverse community groups.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience in coordinating community activities or events is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify community needs and connect residents with services and activities.
• Support local wellbeing initiatives and share information/resources.
• Collaborate with community groups, organizations and visiting services to deliver outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date community information to help residents access support.

Skills

Windorah community knowledge

Relationship building

Communication skills

Community outreach

Administration/coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Healthy Outback Communities: Community Wellbeing Connector - Windorah

Close Date:

16/11/2026 9:00 AM

Casual Position

We're looking for a passionate local person to become Windorah's Community Wellbeing Connector. This role is all about bringing people together, supporting local wellbeing initiatives, and helping connect residents with services, activities and opportunities that contribute to healthier, happier lives.

If you're well connected within the community, enjoy working with people, and want to make a meaningful difference in Windorah, we'd love to hear from you.

About Western Queensland PHN

Western Queensland Primary Health Network (WQPHN) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation funded by the Australian Government to strengthen primary health care across Western Queensland. We work in close partnership with local health providers, communities and key stakeholders to understand the unique needs of rural and remote populations and deliver services that ensure people receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

We are committed to strong governance, culturally safe practice, and supporting our people to do meaningful work that delivers real benefits for communities.

What is Healthy Outback Communities (HOC)?

Staying healthy and well in the outback can be tough. Healthy Outback Communities (HOC) is an innovative approach to health and wellbeing designed specifically for residents of Western Queensland's Channel Country.

Beginning in Barcoo Shire in 2024, HOC supports residents to improve their health and wellbeing through a proactive, community-led approach that focuses on wellbeing, prevention and staying healthy, rather than simply responding to illness.

HOC complements the care already provided by local Primary Health Centres, visiting health services, Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) teams, and other community partners.

About the Role

The HOC Wellbeing Connector is the local face of Healthy Outback Communities in Windorah.

We're looking for someone who knows and cares about their community, enjoys connecting people, and wants to help make Windorah an even stronger, healthier place to live.

Working closely with residents, community groups, local organisations and visiting services, you'll help identify community needs, support local wellbeing initiatives and connect people with activities, services and opportunities that improve health and wellbeing.

This is not a clinical role. You don't need a healthcare background. What matters most is your connection to the community, your ability to build relationships, and your passion for helping people.

As the HOC Wellbeing Connector, you'll help bring local ideas to life, support community-led wellbeing activities, maintain community information and resources, and work alongside the wider HOC team to ensure residents can access the support they need to thrive.

About You

This role is perfect for someone who is already connected to the Windorah community and enjoys bringing people together.

You may have experience through community groups, local organisations, administration, customer service, education, tourism, agriculture, volunteering or another people-focused role. More important than formal qualifications is your ability to build relationships, communicate effectively and genuinely care about your community.

You'll bring:

• A strong understanding of the Windorah community and the opportunities and challenges faced by rural and remote communities.
• A genuine passion for supporting community wellbeing and helping people access local opportunities and support.
• The ability to build positive relationships with residents, community groups, service providers and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to share information clearly and engage with a wide range of people.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently while remaining connected to a broader team.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, SharePoint and other workplace technology.
• A current Blue Card, or the ability to obtain one.

Why Join WQPHN?

• Make a genuine difference in your own community
• Help bring people, services and opportunities together
• Support local wellbeing initiatives that create lasting community impact
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and ongoing professional development
• Access generous salary packaging benefits and a competitive hourly rate
• Work locally while being supported by an experienced regional team

This role is based in Windorah, Barcoo Shire and offers flexibility through hybrid work arrangements.

WQPHN provides an attractive remuneration package including:

• Tax-effective salary packaging options
• Regional allowance for eligible employees residing within Western Queensland
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Why Join WQPHN?

• Make a genuine impact on health and wellbeing outcomes in your community
• Work with a passionate, supportive and multidisciplinary team
• Access generous salary packaging benefits
• Enjoy flexibility, professional development and ongoing support
• Help shape innovative community-led wellbeing initiatives across Western Queensland

Our Commitment to Reconciliation

WQPHN is committed to undertaking all work within a culturally inclusive, sensitive and safe framework that supports Reconciliation. Our Reconciliation Action Plan demonstrates our commitment to embedding reconciliation into everything we do.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged.