Aboriginal Family Support Worker

We are seeking an experienced **_Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker_** to work at our Campbelltown (Karitane Campbelltown Campus & Village Connect Campbelltown).

The **_Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker_**) role will serve multiple functions within a multidisciplinary team at Karitane. You will work directly with parents / carers, entering Karitane Services, with a priority caseload of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and carers, to support access to child development and other necessary health and community services, in a timely manner.

**TITLE**: Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker

**OPERATIONAL BASE**:Campbelltown (Karitane Campbelltown Campus & Village Connect Campbelltown).

Noting that this role will involve some travel to other Karitane Metropolitan sites.

**AWARD**:
Aboriginal Health workers (NSW Health Award) or State-based equivalent year $ 40 - 45 / hour

(Full time equivalent maximum to $90,357.00 - Pro-rata wages for part time hours)
- ABORIGINAL HEALTH WORKERS' (STATE) AWARD 2023
- Health Professional and Medical Salaries (State) Award

**STATUS**: Part Time Fixed Term to 30 June 2027

**HOURS**: Part-time 20 hours week

**VACCINATION CATEGORY**: A (including current influenza Vaccination)

**RESPONSIBLE TO**: Director Clinical Services Karitane

**Position Overview**:
The **Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker** will serve multiple functions within a multidisciplinary team at Karitane. They will work directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and carers, to support access to health and community services, in a timely manner.

**Noting**:
We acknowledge the importance of consulting with Aboriginal representatives as we develop our team structure. It is our plan to engage and consult with staff to ensure that the team reflects the needs and values of our Aboriginal workforce. This consultation will occur once we have our team assembled, allowing us to incorporate diverse perspectives and foster an inclusive environment.

The **Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker** will work with internal and external stakeholders to share knowledge and feedback on practice, ensuring our services are offered in a culturally informed and led way.

The **Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker** will also support the development and maintenance of partnerships and collaborative work across Aboriginal led services in the community.

This is an Identified Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander Position as stated under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984

**Key Responsibilities**:
The **Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker** is responsible for supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. The position is required to work as part of the Karitane multidisciplinary team and will:

- Connect with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families that access Karitane’s residential unit and parenting centres either in person or virtually to ensure that their health, psychosocial, and cultural needs are prioritised and integrated into care delivery.
- Act as an advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, providing guidance and support throughout their healthcare journey.
- Work closely with staff to promote culturally appropriate practices and enhance understanding of Aboriginal health issues.
- Attend local Aboriginal communities and organisations to facilitate access to services and resources.

**Selection Criteria**:(Please address each criteria below in your cover letter)

This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent, have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander cultures and have established links with their local Aboriginal community. An applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification, and exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW

1. Relevant qualifications in health, health-related or community services discipline and / or relevant experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

2. Experience working with Aboriginal communities in healthcare or social services settings

3. Experience with facilitating Aboriginal Playgroups and supporting parents.

4. Demonstrated experience working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care coordination for families.

5. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**

1. Temporary part-time position in accordance with the Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Professional Staff and Associated (AHO) Staff Agreement 2022**Karitane services are provided at a number of sites within the Sydney Metropolitan and Regional NSW Areas.

2. The majority of Karitane services close for approximately two weeks over the Christmas/New Year period, during which time employees are required to take leave.

3. Karitane supports