Disability Advocate-Yarn2Action (Identified Position)

Full-time fixed term contract until 30 June 2026

WFH up to 3 days per week

Make a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples with disability.

ADA Australia is seeking an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who is deeply connected to community and committed to culturally safe practices to join our Yarn2Action team.

About us

ADA Australia is a not-for-profit independent advocacy and information service committed to supporting older people and people with disability to understand and exercise their rights. With a strong presence across Queensland we work to ensure individuals are treated with dignity and respect and have access to the services and support they need. Our team is passionate about creating safe inclusive and empowering environments for the people we serve and the staff who make it happen.

About the role

As a Disability Advocate-Yarn2Action you will provide high-quality individual advocacy information referral and direct support to clients across Rockhampton Mackay and the Wide Bay region. Youll support individuals to uphold their human rights access services (including NDIS) and build community connections in a culturally safe and inclusive way.

This is an Identified position. ADA Australia considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act QLD 1991.

Key duties

Deliver culturally safe advocacy for people with disability focusing on rights access and protection from abuse or discrimination

Conduct respectful intake assessments and determine appropriate support pathways

Build networks and partnerships with community organisations and service providers

Represent ADA Australia at community events forums and workshops

Identify service gaps and contribute to policy and procedure improvements

Maintain accurate records and meet service targets

Participate in team meetings case discussions and quality improvement initiatives

About you

A tertiary qualification in human services social work behavioural science or equivalent experience

Experience advocating for people with disability within a social justice framework

Strong knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultures and disability services

Excellent communication engagement and negotiation skills

Strong administrative and computer skills

Essential requirements

Current drivers licence

National criminal history check (less than 3 years old)

Valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and Working with Children Blue Card

Willingness to travel regionally including occasional overnight trips

Why join us

Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits

Professional development through access to regular training and on-the-job projects

Be part of a collaborative and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and our culture is built on respect dignity and fairness

Wellbeing support including access to an EAP service

Convenient and free parking available

Meaningfully impact the lives of vulnerable members of the community

Join us in empowering communities and creating culturally safe pathways for advocacy.

To apply

Submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience and why you are passionate about this position.

Applications close: 5:00pm Friday 12 September 2025 unless filled prior.

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We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disability the LGBTIQ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.