Senior Aboriginal Intensive Family Support Worker

4 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia WADJAK NORTHSIDE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY (ABORIGINAL CORPORATION) Full time
Senior Aboriginal Intensive Family Support Worker

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Aboriginal Intensive Family Support Worker at WADJAK NORTHSIDE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY (ABORIGINAL CORPORATION) in partnership with MercyCare, located in Mirrabooka/Joondalup, Western Australia. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in providing intensive family support services to the local community.

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, culturally appropriate intensive family support services to Aboriginal families in the local community
  • Assess family needs and develop tailored support plans to address identified issues
  • Provide practical assistance, mentoring, and counselling to families to promote positive change
  • Facilitate access to other relevant services and community resources
  • Maintain comprehensive client records and contribute to the evaluation of the program
  • Work collaboratively with other team members and community stakeholders
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the family support services

What we're looking for

  • Significant experience in the Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services industry, with a strong understanding of the challenges faced by Aboriginal families
  • Demonstrated expertise in providing intensive, holistic family support services
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients
  • Strong problem-solving and case management skills
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, community services, or a related field
  • Cultural competence and a deep understanding of Aboriginal culture and community
  • Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

What we offer

  • At WADJAK NORTHSIDE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY (ABORIGINAL CORPORATION), in partnership with MercyCare, we are committed to supporting our employees and promoting a healthy work-life balance. We offer a range of benefits, including:
  • Competitive salary and salary packaging options
  • Supportive and inclusive organizational culture
  • Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and resources

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Please submit your resume and cover letter by Friday 12th September. If you would like a copy of the full position description, please send your request to [emailprotected].

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  • How many years' experience do you have as an Intensive Family Support Worker?
  • Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
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  • Have you completed a qualification in community services?
  • Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

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