Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker

Empower lives, foster resilience, and promote healing in the Kimberley region

1. Earn a competitive salary of $85,000 - $95,000 + Super
2. Relocation Allowance (up to $5,000) to help you settle in Broome, WA
3. Free access to primary health, dental, and allied health services through BRAMS
4. Annual Remote Area Allowance of $1,300 & Salary packaging to maximise take-home pay
5. 6 weeks of Annual Leave, Study Leave & MORE!

Our Story. Our People. Our Purpose.

Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) is a well-established Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that has been supporting the Broome community for over 40 years. Headquartered in Broome, Western Australia, BRAMS provides holistic, culturally safe primary healthcare, aged care, and community programs to Aboriginal people throughout the Kimberley region.

With a strong focus on person-centred, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care, BRAMS delivers services that are designed around the needs of Aboriginal individuals and families. Their multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively to improve health outcomes and promote wellbeing across the lifespan.

BRAMS is proud to operate under the vision: Healthy People - Strong Community - Bright Future, and upholds a model of care rooted in cultural respect, quality, and community leadership.

To learn more, visit: www.brams.org.au

Your Next Role - Shape the Future of Aboriginal Health

BRAMS is seeking multiple Female and Male Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Workers to join the Broome-based team.

Reporting to the Mental Health Manager, you will deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed, and strengths-based support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men or women, their families, and the broader community.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Delivering case management support tailored to community and individual needs
2. Conducting holistic assessments and developing goal-centred case plans
3. Facilitating gender-specific SEWB group sessions focused on healing and identity
4. Promoting education, help-seeking behaviour, and mental health awareness
5. Working collaboratively with family violence practitioners, social workers, and community service staff
6. Maintaining accurate records including case notes and referrals
7. Supporting ongoing quality improvement aligned with BRAMS’ Model of Care
8. Working on the ground in Broome with no external travel required

Please Note: These are Identified Positions applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, as permitted under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

You'll join a tight-knit team of eight, including social workers and family violence practitioners, all working together to support healing and resilience. Led by a supportive, client-focused Mental Health Manager, the team thrives on collaboration, shared knowledge, and respect.

With a manageable caseload of around 20 clients, and the opportunity to run yarning circles and group sessions, you’ll have the time and support to build real relationships and deliver care that truly makes a difference, not just in the moment, but for generations to come.

Is This You? Bring Your Heart, Skills, and Community Spirit

To qualify, you must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and hold (or be willing to obtain) a Certificate IV or Diploma in Community Services, Counselling, Mental Health, or a related field.

We’re also open to recent Graduates! If you’ve just finished your studies, BRAMS will provide support and training to help you thrive.

Additionally, the following experience and skills will be highly regarded:

1. Experience working within Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations
2. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, SEWB principles, and community engagement
3. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
4. Familiarity with service networks and supports in the Kimberley region

You’ll thrive in this role if you are empathetic, culturally grounded, and passionate about empowering community healing through connection, identity, and support.

Why You'll Love Working with BRAMS

BRAMS offers a competitive salary of $85,000 to $95,000, depending on skills and experience, PLUS Super, along with a host of generous employment benefits:

1. Relocation Allowance (up to $5,000) and Annual Remote Area Allowance of $1,300
2. Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
3. Free access to primary health, dental, and allied health services
4. Study Leave, Ongoing training and professional development support
5. 6 weeks of Annual Leave to support work-life balance
6. Strong leadership under a supportive and collaborative Mental Health Manager
7. A caring and culturally respectful team that truly works together
8. The opportunity to live and work in beautiful Broome, close to the country and community

Broome: Your Next Adventure

With a rich history and extraordinary natural landscape, Broome is synonymous with turquoise waters, red pindan soil, and white sandy beaches that draw visitors from across the globe. You can sail, snorkel, or dive in pristine waters, spot rare dolphins from wide, empty beaches, or explore nearby ancient gorges that make Broome truly unique.

Beyond tourism, Broome is a thriving community experiencing strong growth and investment, offering all the amenities of a modern town with the laid-back lifestyle of the Kimberley. It’s the perfect place to achieve the balance between career, purpose, and lifestyle you’ve been searching for.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

BRAMS is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants are subject to child safety screening processes and must uphold our safeguarding values at all times.

Be Part of Healing. Be Part of Something Bigger.

If you’re passionate about empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through social and emotional wellbeing support, BRAMS invites you to bring your values, skills, and cultural knowledge to our team. - APPLY NOW and help shape a brighter and healthier tomorrow, across the Kimberley.