Aboriginal Service Support Specialist

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Talent International Full time

Talent International is currently recruiting for an Aboriginal Service Support Specialist (Identified) to work for an NSW Government client based in Penrith. This is contract role 3-months contract with the view to be extended. The role is paying $550 per day + Super.

  • Hours- 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
  • Must have a current WWCC or obtain one if successful
  • ATSI Identified position

Primary purpose of the role:

To provide tailored, trauma informed support for vulnerable Aboriginal people within established program parameters, while being responsive to individual and community needs. The role works directly with clients with complex needs, local service providers and community networks to ensure a holistic response is provided. The role maintains a focus on client needs and operates within in an environment of program growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work within a team responsible for delivering tailored support to vulnerable Aboriginal individuals and families in targeted locations, under the direction of the Place Manager, within a trauma informed framework.
  • Effectively establish trust and work with vulnerable clients to identify and respond flexibly to individual and family needs within defined program guidelines and in partnership with other service providers.
  • Continually review individual practice to ensure compliance with program guidelines and identify opportunities for development.
  • Work with other team members to identify and respond to local risks and opportunities impacting on the program and/or region.
  • Work within an environment of and support continuous improvement.
  • Participate in SOW governance and training as required to build and maintain skills and capabilities.
  • Build effective stakeholder relationships across services providers and the organisation, and engage in localised networking opportunities to promote Services our Way.

Required Skills:

  • Strong Teamwork skills
  • Client support background
  • Proven experience working with vulnerable clients
  • Identifying and responding to individual and family needs
  • Flexibility in approach within defined program guidelines
  • The ability to identify opportunities for development
  • Experience identifying and responding to local risks and opportunities
  • Excellent stakeholder Engagement skills
  • Building effective relationships across service providers and the AHO
  • Engaging in local networking opportunities

Essential Requirements:

  • This is an identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:
  • is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
  • identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
  • is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of Aboriginal Culture and an excellent understanding of Aboriginal community governance and structures.
  • A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) is an essential requirement for this role. The role has been identified as requiring this check in line with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
  • This role requires some travel within NSW and a current NSW Driver's Licence

If you are identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and come from a social welfare background, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Jessica Abboud on for a confidential discussion.

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