Uplyft are seeking a caring and community-focused Cultural Family Liaison Officer to support Grandcarers and their grandchildren across regional WA.
About Uplyft
Uplyft (formerly Wanslea) is a leading provider of services for children, young people, and families across Western Australia. Founded in 1943, we have now expanded to offer a wide range
of programs and services that support children, young people and families at every stage of life.
Why join Uplyft?
At Uplyft, your work makes a real difference. You won’t just have a job — you will support children, young people, and families, helping to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.
We value people who bring their whole selves to work. Our team reflects our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where differences are celebrated and every voice matters.
Joining Uplyft means being part of a professional, purpose-driven organisation where your skills, ideas, and compassion help transform lives every day.
• Fixed Term part-time position (15 hours per week) until 30/06/2028
• Based at our Kalgoorlie Office with free parking on site
• Salary starting from $102,569.10 per annum pro rata plus superannuation
• Opportunity to salary package
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues
About the Role
The Cultural Family Liaison Officer will strengthen support for regional Grandcarer families and the wellbeing of children and young people (0–18 years) through capacity-building, community engagement, and partnership development. You will work closely with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and service partners to connect, support and empower Grandcarers engaged with the Uplyft Grandcare Program.
Your role includes facilitating workshops, support groups and forums, providing phone-based support, developing community-informed resources, and fostering strong relationships that reduce isolation and strengthen networks across regional areas. You will collaborate with stakeholders to co-design and deliver initiatives tailored to the needs of Grandcarer families.
About you
You bring experience and skills working with families and community services, and you’re committed to supporting the wellbeing of children, young people and Grandcarers. You may have a tertiary qualification (or equivalent community work experience) and a strong understanding of child development, family dynamics and positive parenting. You have experience working with Aboriginal families and strong connections to the Aboriginal community.
You’re confident in offering support to families in challenging situations, and you work in a way that builds trust, respect and safety. You communicate clearly, both in writing and in person and you can organise your work, juggle priorities and meet deadlines.
You enjoy working with others, building strong relationships with community, stakeholders and partners, and collaborating as part of a team. You understand the importance of culturally safe practice and the National Child Safe Principles, and you’re familiar with basic administrative systems and tools.
This position has a genuine occupational requirement under section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 that the successful candidate must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Apply Now
Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.
For any queries please contact Skye Upton, Talent Acqusition Partner on 08 9245 2441
To learn more about Uplyft visit: http://www.uplyft.org.au.
Uplyft reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Uplyft encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.
Uplyft is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
