Job Description

Empower lives and strengthen community connections with Country Connect Foundation.


The Country Connect Foundation is committed to supporting the emotional and social wellbeing of individuals by creating opportunities to connect with family, culture, and country. Through close partnerships with communities across Arnhem Land and the Tiwi Islands, we deliver programs that empower people to build meaningful, connected lives.


We are seeking

senior support worker / program manager

to join our team in

Galiwin'ku.

Please note: This position does not come with residential housing and is anticipated to be delivered as an outreach model, on a FIFO basis from Nhulunbuy or Darwin.


At Country Connect, we recognise that

lived experience is just as valuable as formal qualifications

, and we warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and passions. Our support workers come from diverse walks of life, bringing unique perspectives and skills that strengthen the culturally responsive care we deliver across communities.

About the role

We are seeking senior support worker / program manager to join our team in Galiwin'ku, delivered as an outreach model, on a FIFO basis from Nhulunbuy or Darwin. Your primary role will be to develop programs and skills-based activities in collaboration with allied health professionals, in addition to supporting participants in our Wellbeing or Youth Programs to live fulfilling lives in their community, engaging in the activities they enjoy most.


You will also take a lead role in building the capacity of an existing local workforce, supporting them with training, compliance and risk management to meet the safeguarding and quality standards upheld by the NDIS.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide culturally safe, compassionate, and personalised care that enhances the wellbeing and dignity of each client. Support clients with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transport, and meaningful companionship. Deliver care in line with the client's individual support plan and informed by the client's goals and preferences. Prioritise client safety by using equipment appropriately and maintaining a safe and respectful environment. Accurately and consistently complete all required documentation and progress notes to support continuity of care. Navigate remote areas safely, which may involve 4WD travel. Work closely with allied health professionals to develop and facilitate skills-based collaborative activity sessions tailored to client needs. Ensure integrated support plans that align with therapeutic goals.

Essential Criteria:

Minimum 2 years experience within youth supports, disability, or aged care. Willingness to FIFO to very remote areas on a weekly or fortnightly roster. Strong understanding of culturally safe practices and experience working in remote Aboriginal communities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-cultural team. Proficient in coordinating programs and activities that promote participant engagement. Experience collaborating with allied health professionals to deliver integrated support. Valid NT Manual Driver's License. Working with Children Check (Ochre Card). NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain). First Aid & CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Desirable Criteria:

Lived experience in disability, caregiving, or community work, or similar experiences. 4WD driving skills and confidence in off-road travel. Qualifications in disability support, aged care, youth work, or community services are desirable.

Why join us?

Be part of a culturally rich and unique environment. Opportunity to travel to remote areas and support people in their country. Flexible roster. Work within an organisation that values community, connection, and care. Your personal experiences and background are seen as strengths and we encourage you to bring your passions and interests to the program.


If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting people to live their best lives, we'd love to hear from you!

How to apply

If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting people to live their best lives, we'd love to hear from you! Please email your CV to louise@countryconnect.org.au