First Nations LAC (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander)

Multiple PositionsMultiple LocationsAbout the RoleThe program provides Local Area Coordination (LAC) services to assist participants in developing or reviewing support plans as well as extensive work in the community to promote inclusion and opportunities for people to access mainstream are looking for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who want to make a difference in our Local Area Coordination (LAC) program. You will be committed to improving the lives of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with disability and will work directly with participants and to facilitate choice and control over the services they a First Nations LAC (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) you will have a strong understanding of First Nations communities and the diversity that is within them engaging with communities to strengthen connections between people with disability and their community. A key focus for this position is community capacity building activities that enable communities to be more responsive to the needs of people with is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977You are encouraged to register your interest if you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and have the relevant skills/experience to the above roles and an understanding of disability through the lens of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander SSISSI is a national not-for-profit organization providing dedicated human and social services to a diverse Australia. With community at the heart of everything we do our purpose is to create a world in which everyone has access to equal supports individuals children families and communities via a range of vital human services from settlement support of newcomers and refugees through to programs in employment and education and health wellbeing and social supports for all Australians new and :// our BenefitsSalary packaging options to receive up to $15900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay!Industry leading hybrid and flexible working arrangement supporting work from home and office including the opportunity of a 9-day fortnight;Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and to our inhouse wellbeing programsWorking alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our our Recruitment ProcessSSI Group is strongly committed to actively safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe environment for them to thrive. We ensure children and young peoples safety and wellbeing is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of everyone at SSI whether they interact directly or indirectly with children and young people. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check as a condition of commitment to DiversitySSI strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTIQ community veterans refugees and people with ApplyWhen applying for Identified Roles with SSI applicants are required to provide a Confirmation of Aboriginality stating that you are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and are accepted as such in the community you live. You should upload your Confirmation of Aboriginality as part of your application submission. This document is needed in our recruitment you are unbale to provide it at application stage please contact us at after you have submitted your you would like to have a yarn and find out more about SSI and our Mob please reach out to Cass Best our Cultural Safety Engagement and Partnerships Lead. excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the close Wednesday 4th February 2026If you would like more information on the recruitment process please contact the talent acquisition team or call us at.A recruitment pool may be created for permanent and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available in the is a Disability Confident Recruiter and our Talent Acquisition team can assist in providing alternative formats to apply making adjustments to the recruitment process(including the application form)and offering information about workplace adjustments and support networks. Should you require adjustments please email us call us at note we will be scheduling interviews as applications come in so please apply urgently if you believe this role aligns with your goals and experience.