Since 2007 PICC has helped make Palm Island a better place to live. We are a not-for-profit, community-controlled company dedicated to creating a safer, stronger and more prosperous community.

Our workforce is over 200 strong and serves nearly all local residents of Palm Island, making PICC the second-largest employer on Palm Island.

We have a diverse range of roles available in allied health, medical, retail, hospitality, horticulture, social and community services, automotive repairs, business and administration. The skills and experience required to work for PICC is as diverse as our services, which means we may have a role for you regardless of your level of qualifications.

PICC employees have access to many opportunities for training, career development and gaining experience across the broad spectrum of roles on offer. We also offer a competitive salary and other employment benefits.

By working for PICC, you will be making a genuine difference to the Palm Island Community. If this interests you, we are interested in hearing from you.

Current positions available

Aged Care Service Manager

Full time, Palm Island

About the Program

The purpose of the Flexible Aged Care Program (FAC) is to provide individualised homecare that supports people to continue to live safely and independently in their own home for as long as possible.

The objectives of the service are:

• to ensure Elders living on Palm Island have the access to high quality healthcare and services that support optimal health and wellbeing;
• to provide culturally safe holistic care that supports the spiritual, physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of Elders; and
• to recognise the importance of place-based care that strengthens and protects culture, community and kinship connections.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Executive Manager, the Aged Care Services Manager is responsible to oversee all aspects of the Aged Care service delivery. This position is key to:

• supporting the implementation, delivery and monitoring of care to Palm Island Elders to improve and maintain their quality of life;
• embedding a holistic, flexible and culturally safe service model of care; 
• providing supervision to the Coordinator and Support Workers to achieve our Aged Care service delivery objectives; and
• ensuring PICC services align to the new rights-based Age Care Standards of Practice, Aged Care Code of conduct, the Charter of Rights and operational policies and procedures.

For a full list of duties and key performance indicators, please see the Position Description attached at the end of this page.  

Selection Criteria

1. Bachelor of Nursing with a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse.

2. Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

3. Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally sensitive healing environment.

4. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.

5. Well-developed clinical reasoning, decision-making and problem-solving skills to manage the provision of quality care and services.

6. Experience in managing, mentoring and developing staff in a care setting.

7. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, government and community.

8. Ability to travel on light aircraft.

9. Current APRHA registration with no restrictions.

10. Meet necessary background checks through National Criminal History Check

11. Hold a current C-class driver’s licence (and maintain it throughout the period of employment).

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please e-mail your cover letter, résumé and a completed Application Form to recruitment@picc.com.au.

For further information about this role, please get in contact with the PICC People, Culture and Safety Department at recruitment@picc.com.au or (07) 4421 4300.

Applications close at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 9 January 2026.  

Aged Care Service Coordinator

Full time, Palm Island

About the Program

The purpose of the Flexible Aged Care Program (FAC) is to provide individualised homecare that supports people to continue to live safely and independently in their own home for as long as possible.

The objectives of the service are:

• to ensure Elders living on Palm Island have the access to high quality healthcare and services that support optimal health and wellbeing;
• to provide culturally safe holistic care that supports the spiritual, physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of Elders; and
• to recognise the importance of place-based care that strengthens and protects culture, community and kinship connections.

About the Role

The Aged Care Services Coordinator works under the direction of the Aged Care Services Manager to coordinate the day-to-day operations of Flexible Aged Care service delivery for Elders on Palm Island.

This position plays a vital role in:

• supporting the delivery of safe, culturally grounded, person-centred care;
• coordinating client services, care plans and daily workflows for Support Workers;
• ensuring accurate documentation, data entry and reporting;
• maintaining strong relationships with Elders, families, staff members and external partners; and
• supporting the Aged Care Services Manager in meeting Aged Care Standards, reforms and compliance.

For a full list of duties and key performance indicators, please see the Position Description attached at the end of this page.  

Selection Criteria

1. Diploma of Nursing or Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner with a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in Primary Health. 

2. Demonstrated experience coordinating care and services in an aged care, community or health setting.

3. Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally sensitive healing environment.

4. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.

5. Proven ability to organise workflows, manage records, and meet deadlines.

6. Ability to support, supervise and guide frontline staff.

7. Ability to travel on light aircraft.

8. Current APRHA registration with no restrictions.

9. Meet necessary background checks through National Criminal History Check.

10. Hold a current C-class driver’s licence (and maintain it throughout the period of employment).

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please e-mail your cover letter, résumé and a completed Application Form to recruitment@picc.com.au.

For further information about this role, please get in contact with the PICC People, Culture and Safety Department at recruitment@picc.com.au or (07) 4421 4300.

Applications close at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 9 January 2026.  

Position Descriptions and Application Forms