Location: Ceduna, Port Lincoln, Whyalla, Yalata, Oak Valley, or Adelaide
Employment Type: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $81,295 – $85,039 per year plus superannuation
Work Arrangement: Work from home when not travelling across the Eyre and Far West Coast region.
Are you passionate about advocating for the rights and needs of Aboriginal people living with a disability? Do you have experience in project work or in the disability sector? SAWCAN is seeking a passionate and motivated Remote Community Connector (RCC) to join our team. This role is central to supporting Aboriginal people with a disability, their families and carers to better understand and access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in remote and very remote locations across the Eyre Peninsula.
About us:
The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) is a partnership of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) working together to improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people across the Eyre Peninsula and Far West Coast. We collaborate to build capacity, share knowledge, and advocate as one voice for our communities.
About the role:
The Remote Community Connector will report to the SAWCAN Elder and Disability lead and act as a bridge between the community and the NDIS, building trust, providing information, and supporting individuals to navigate the system. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives by ensuring they receive culturally safe, inclusive, and person-centred support.
Key responsibilities:
- Build strong, culturally appropriate connections with people with disability, their families, carers, and community organisations
- Provide practical support to community members to understand and access the NDIS.
- Assist individuals with eligibility, applications, and plan navigation
- Raise awareness about the NDIS through information sessions, yarning circles, workshops, and outreach activities
- Work collaboratively with key stakeholders such as service providers, health organisations, and government agencies to improve access and support pathways
- Document activities, referrals, and outcomes in line with program reporting requirements
What we’re looking for:
We are looking for someone with a passion for enhancing the lives of Aboriginal people with a disability who brings:
- Strong community connections and an understanding of the needs and aspirations of people with disability and their families.
- Strong knowledge of the NDIS, disability services.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
- Strong organisational and reporting skills
- Keen traveller, happy to regularly travel across the Eyre and Far West Coast region
- Highly experienced in working with Aboriginal people and communities, with an innate understanding of the complexities of regional and remote communities in the aged care and disability space.
- Excellent communication skills, including strong written skills, proficiency in reporting, and responding to policy.
- Understanding of Aboriginal culture and ways of working, particularly within the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector
Why work with SAWCAN?
- Make a difference – Lead programs that create meaningful change in Aboriginal communities.
- Grow your career – SAWCAN offers professional development opportunities and the chance to work on innovative projects.
- Collaborative team environment – Work alongside a passionate team committed to improving health and wellbeing for Aboriginal people.
How to apply:
Applications must be submitted via SEEK only. Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria to Daniel Finning by 19th January 2026. A copy of the Job Description can be found on our website at www.sawcan.org.au .
Please include the details of three recent professional referees who are contactable by phone. Applications sent via email will not be accepted, nor will fully AI-generated cover letters. Please put some thought into telling us why this role is right for you.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position enquiries please reach out to:
Daniel Finning
General Manager Operations
E: daniel.finning@sawcan.org.au
Applications close: Monday 19th January 2026