This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, under the special measures provision, section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

• Make a real difference to the local community
• Full-Time, Ongoing
• Access to Salary Packaging
• Generous Annual Leave

The Role

The Community Strengthening Team is responsible for creating safe spaces for the whole of community to connect through Culture, Spirit and Supports. The team’s priority is to ensure community are: connected, supported in their healing journey, self-determining of their supports and needs, and feel safe to access Wathaurong’s services and programs.

The role walks alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members impacted by, or using, family violence. The role may work across a family or with broader community members. The purpose of the position is to:

• Encourage community members to navigate services by breaking down barriers and demystifying processes.
• Advocate for community members and empower them to engage safely and meaningfully with services.
• Identify the unique needs of community members, refer them to additional services and provide brokerage as needed.
• Provide culturally safe and grounding services and supporting community members to connect with culture and community.
• Journey Walkers are not case managers but will instead focus specifically on breaking down barriers to accessing services, early intervention, and healing.

Applications must be submitted via SEEK by clicking the ‘Quick apply’ button on the SEEK webpage.  

To go to the SEEK ad click on the “APPLY NOW” button.

Applications should consist of a current resume and a cover letter, submitted in Word or PDF format before the closing date of 16/05/2026.

Wathaurong is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children. We are committed to ensuring children and young people can actively participate in decisions that affect their lives. All children have the right to be children and live free of abuse and neglect, so they can grow, learn, and develop. Everyone within Wathaurong is responsible for ensuring a culture of child safety, preventing child abuse, and abiding by the Child Safety Principles.