About Us

We began 20 years ago with a knock-out exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW which raised over a million dollars. People from the remotest, most beautiful part of the desert, then used this money to develop their own organisation, with a culture of caring, compassion and determination.

At the time, the focus was to get family members home to Kintore on dialysis, for people to be looked after on country and to maintain the traditions of looking after country and passing on cultural heritage to future generations.

It took a little time…and a lot of hard work…but in 2004, Purple House started dialysis in Kintore, the first of its kind, and set a precedence for many others to follow.

Today we're proud to say that we have collaborated, supported and helped many communities to get their people home and now operate dialysis in 18 communities across NT, SA and WA. We also run two mobile dialysis trucks, provide a range of support services, run a successful social enterprise and have big plans for more!

We have come a long way in 20 years!

About the Role

The Care Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of daily operational tasks of aged care in Yuendumu, NT.

Key responsibilities include case management, care coordination and administration, adherence of care services according to the individual needs of clients.

This is a hands-on position where issues can arise at short notice that require the Aged Care Coordinator to be flexible, adaptable and resourceful in maintaining high standards and commitment to continuous improvement opportunities into best practice.

We are currently recruiting for a Care Coordinator and Support Workers in Yuendumu. Couples are encouraged to apply.

About You

• You have a patient centred focus and eye on our goal of getting people home on country.
• You are known for your compassion, empathy and ability to listen.
• Your style is flexible, good humoured and resilient.
• You are a self-starter and can work autonomously, knowing when to ask for help.
• You can think on your feet to negotiate and solve problems.
• You are considerate and thoughtful in conflict management.
• You have a Certificate III Aged Care (minimum) or equivalent work experience (Community Services, Disability work)
• You have experience leading and mentoring a team.
• You are passionate and ready for a challenge. (But we are all here to share the fun!)
• You can communicate with all sorts of people.
• You are culturally curious and have respect for culture and community.
• You have experience working for an Aboriginal organisation and awareness of the issues pertaining to this region.

For initial enquires regarding the position contact [email protected] using the subject line: Aged Care Coordinator - Yuendumu enquiry via EthicalJobs or (08) 8929 9958.

We’d suggest you look at our website to see how we roll.

Applicants must have legal rights to work in Australia.

Successful candidates must be willing to undertake a National Police Check and NT Working With Children Check.

No Agencies Please.

People are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on submission; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.