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Mental Health & Social Emotional & Well Being (SEWB) Program Manager


Company : Miwatj Health


Location : Darwin, Northern territory


Created : 2026-05-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

One of Australias largest providers of Aboriginal healthcare Full-Time, Fixed Term (3 Years) Competitive salary of $131,507 to $136,490 plus 12% super Why join Miwatj Work for an organisation accountable to Yolnu and led by community Travel, connection and purpose across East Arnhem Land & the Gove Peninsula Competitive salary Ability to Salary Package up to $15,900pa plus a further $2,650pa on Meals and Entertainment 12 Days Personal and 5 Days Compassionate Leave Professional development and study leave Study Assistance of up to $1,800 About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and values-driven SEWB Program Manager to lead and coordinate our Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB), Commonwealth Psychosocial Support (CPS) and Support & Healing East Arnhem (SHEA) programs. This is a unique opportunity to drive culturally responsive, evidence-based mental health, psychosocial and AOD initiatives in remote Aboriginal communities. This fulltime, fixedterm position is available through to June 2029 and is based in Darwin, Northern Territory. The annual salary is between $131,507 to $136,490 plus superannuation. Key Responsibilities Lead, plan and deliver SEWB, CPS and SHEA programs aligned with community needs and organisational strategy Develop and oversee evidence-based SEWB and psychosocial interventions Monitor budgets, outcomes and deliverables, ensuring compliance with funding requirements Provide strong, culturally safe leadership and professional development for staff Strengthen partnerships across health, community and government sectors Prepare reports for funders, stakeholders and senior leadership Support direct client work through an appropriate case load aligned to program deliverables About YouYou are a strong program manager with a deep commitment to Aboriginal Community Control and culturally safe practice, particularly within remote settings. Essential Requirements Diploma in Community Services or equivalent Minimum 2 years experience in SEWB, psychosocial or AOD services in remote settings Demonstrated program management and team leadership experience Strong understanding of Indigenous cultural protocols and Yolu contexts Commitment to self-determination and community-led service delivery Capacity to travel and stay in remote communities Current Ochre Card (NT Working with Children Check) or ability to obtain Willingness to meet Miwatj Health vaccination and screening requirements To view the full requirements, please click on the Job Description on our Miwatj careers website Vaccination & ImmunityAll staff must meet Miwatjs Vaccination and Immunity Screening Policy and provide verified evidence before starting, in line with healthcare standards. Want to know more? Apply or enquire: ***email_hidden*** Application close date: 30 May When applying for any Vacancies / Jobs please use: Internet Explorer 9 and above, Firefox, Chrome, Safari or Opera. Please do not use Internet Explorer 8 or earlier versions.