Aboriginal Youth Support Workers

1 day ago

Penrith, Australia Goodradigbee Cultural and Heritage Aboriginal Corporation Full time

Aboriginal Support Workers - Targeted Positions

**_VARIOUS CASUAL AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE_**
- Mentors
- In Home Support Workers
- Family Time Supervisors.

**ABOUT US**

Goodradigbee Cultural and Heritage Aboriginal Corporation (GCAHAC) is a non-government, not for profit corporation. We are dedicated to delivering culturally appropriate support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and their families.

GCAHAC delivers a holistic model that provides whole of person care without discrimination. This includes under pinning social determinants that impact heavily on the health and well-being of individuals & families in our community.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

At GCAHAC, our Support Workers work towards supporting vulnerable families who are at risk of further escalation in the child protection system because we believe that supporting families before a crisis improves family resilience and reduces harm to children.

You will be a self-directed person passionate about working directly with families experiencing trauma and committed to providing the best level of care and support possible to our families.

**Essential criteria**
- Minimum Cert III in Community Services or similar qualification
- Have an understanding of the impacts of intergenerational trauma and the affects this has on Aboriginal persons and their families.
- Availability to work flexible working hours including shift work, weekends and awake and sleepover shifts.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of trauma-informed care.
- Current unrestricted drivers' licence and Reliable vehicle
- Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.
- Current Working with Children Check.
- Willingness to obtain a national criminal history check.

**Desirable criteria**
- Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent

**_Note - Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement and falls within the exceptions set out in section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)_**

**APPLY NOW**

Employer questions
- Do you have a current Working with Children (WWC) Check?
- Do you have experience working in the not-for-profit sector?
- Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
- Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Have you completed a qualification in community services?
- Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
- Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
- Do you have a registered vehicle with CTP and Comprehensive insurance?

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 38 per week

Work Location: In person

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