Wurli-Wurlinjang Health Service (WWHS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that prides itself on delivering a range of health services to the community in a style and manner that makes clients feel
welcome and comfortable. WWHS operates a range of clinics and provides a range of primary health care and other services which include our Main Clinic (acute and general care), Gudbinji Chronic Disease Clinic, Binjari Health Centre, Women and Children’s Health, Men’s Health and a Dental Clinic.
We also deliver Community Service programs which aim to achieve better outcomes in early intervention, treatment, and management through an integrated approach in a primary health care setting like our Alcohol
and Other Drugs Program, Social and Emotional Wellbeing program, Katherine Individual Support Program, and our Strong Indigenous Families program.
As well as providing Clinical and Community Services WWHS also provides Professional Development and Training, as well as Corporate Services being: Human Resources, Finance, Infrastructure, Work Health and
Safety, Compliance and Administration Support.
The role of the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Research Officer – Suicide Prevention and Aftercare Services will support the ongoing work and development of the Community Services Programs strengthening clinical and community services concerning effective, evidence-based social and emotional wellbeing support in relation to suicide prevention and aftercare services across the Katherine region and within Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service.
This role requires a good knowledge of the regional context and local communities, problem-solving, critical and analytical thinking as well as a high degree of emotional intelligence, active listening skills, initiative and adaptability, as well as proven effective verbal and written communication skills across community and Organisation sectors while working as a part of a research and evaluation team.
This is a contract position available until the end of June 2026.
Wurli is looking for a suitable motivated individual who can demonstrate: –
Qualifications / Prerequisites:
- An understanding of the factors that contribute to and the impact of suicide on Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander peoples across the Northern Territory - Experience working with individuals, groups and communities in the NT
- Demonstrate understanding of trauma-informed research and evaluation processes and practices
- Demonstrate knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing
frameworks and an ability to effectively engage with individuals, groups and communities bereaved
and/or impacted through suicide and/or grief, loss, and trauma - Demonstrated writing ability including experience with preparing submissions, reports, proposals,
briefings and other written or graphic content - Demonstrated research, monitoring and evaluation skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- National Police Records Check
- Working with Children’s Clearance
- Current Northern Territory Driver’s License
Desirable:
- Evidence of professional development and examples of the application of Aboriginal Mental Health First AID (AMHFAT), Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Suicide Story, Trauma-informed practice and/or narrative training.
- Experience in participatory research and evaluation together with narrative inquiry (yarning) methods would be an advantage.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you’ll receive an attractive base salary (based on your experience) plus super. With a strong focus on professional development, Wurli will provide you with ongoing opportunities for training and will invest in whatever is needed for your success.
For further details regarding this position please refer to the Position Description
Applications can be submitted online or to hr@wurli.org.au Please ensure your application includes: –
- A current resume or curriculum vitae (cv)
- a cover letter / email which provides a clear and concise overview of your ability to meet the key requirements of the role (prerequisites, qualifications / experience and competencies)
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact a member of the Human Resource team on 8972 9195.
The closing date for this position will be Friday, 19 December 2025.