The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) is a collaborative network of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations serving communities across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia. SAWCAN supports members to share knowledge, strengthen collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) was established in 2020 by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia to strengthen regional collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
SAWCAN provides a forum for ACCHOs to work together, share knowledge and expertise, build capability, coordinate regional initiatives, and advocate on matters of shared importance.
Guided by the priorities identified collectively by its member ACCHOs, SAWCAN supports collaborative initiatives across a region spanning approximately 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the Western Australian border.
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Hey, did you know your local ACCHO can help Aboriginal people aged 50 and over understand and access aged care services?
The Elder Care Support team can help you through the assessment process, explain your options and organise supports that are right for you.
That could be things like, help around the house, meals, personal care or getting out and about.
Have a yarn with your Elder Care Support team at your local ACCHO.
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Culture Care Connect is all about supporting the social and emotional wellbeing of our communities.
The team works alongside community to start yarns about mental health and suicide, connect people with support and provide care after a suicide or other traumatic events.
Everything they do is guided by culture and community.
Have a yarn with your local ACCHO to learn more about the Culture Care Connect program.
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SAWCAN is seeking an experienced Aboriginal health leader to join our Executive Team as General Manager, Programs.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and experienced leader with strong knowledge of Aboriginal health and the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health sector. You will lead and support a diverse team, oversee complex programs and work closely with the CEO to strengthen services and outcomes for Aboriginal communities.
Based in Adelaide or across the SA region, the role offers flexible working arrangements, opportunities to travel across the Eyre Peninsula and Far West Coast, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in community.
Ready to make an impact? We’d love to hear from you. Apply with your resume, a cover letter (maximum two pages) and contact details for three professional referees. We encourage applicants to write their cover letter in their own words not from AI, sharing your genuine experience, leadership approach and interest in the role.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information or Apply via SEEK: au.seek.com/job/95655807 , alternatively you can send your resume and cover letter to joinourmob@sawcan.org.au
The role will be advertised until 2nd December 2026 but may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
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