About Us
Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation offering our next healthcare professional an opportunity, unlike anything you can find in major cities across Australia. The Sunrise footprint covers Aboriginal communities that have some of the most untouched beautiful landscapes to explore, where the locals are welcoming and ready to share their culture.
Working at Sunrise Health Service and living in the Big Rivers region also has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Northern Territory. With the Katherine Gorge on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, combined with some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.
Your Next Opportunity:
We are currently seeking a dedicated Care Coordinator to join our team at the Katherine Support Office. This is a full-time, fixed-term position that will involve regular remote travel to communities. As our Care Coordinator, you will be an integral part of our Chronic Health Team, working collaboratively with patients, general practitioners, clinic staff, and other relevant services to facilitate the provision of appropriate multidisciplinary care for Aboriginal people with chronic disease.
Position Responsibilities:
- Managing referrals, enrolment, support, and client exits from the ITC Program
- Implementing and embedding the annual work plan for the ITC program
- Liaising with care providers to enhance the quality and consistency of follow-up care for enrolled ITC program patients
- Delivering regularly scheduled visits to enrolled clients, aiding in developing self-management skills and improving health literacy
- Actively supporting Chronic Disease portfolio holders in each remote clinical team
- Monitoring the implementation of Care Plans by primary healthcare teams
- Recording all work on the Communicare patient information system and other systems as required
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
To be considered for this role, you will hold a relevant qualification and/or registration as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner Certificate IV or be a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration. Candidates will have a demonstrated knowledge of or willingness to learn about Primary Health Care Principles and their application in a remote Aboriginal community setting. Experience in delivering chronic disease self-management training, healthcare or health literacy in a cross-cultural setting will be an asset.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
- Current unrestricted manual driver’s License.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- Non-adverse National Criminal History Check.
- Current OCHRE clearance.
- Acceptable vaccination status to work with vulnerable people in the NT.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently under limited direction, prioritise workload, and manage time effectively.
- Working knowledge of the Medicare System with respect to Chronic Disease.
Why Join Us?
This is a rewarding leadership opportunity where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the health outcomes of remote Aboriginal communities. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team, working to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of vulnerable populations.
If you have the qualifications and experience outlined above and are passionate about integrated health management and community-based care, we encourage you to apply.
The Benefits:
- 6 weeks annual leave, 18% leave loading
- 15 days personal leave
- Paid study leave available for professional development
- Salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay significantly, per FBT year
- Working alongside a dedicated and supportive health team
How to Apply:
Submit a resume & cover letter, applications close 5th November 2026.
Sunrise Health Services is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
