Senior Case Support Worker

Senior Case Support Worker (Male) – Stepping Ahead Program

Location: Broome

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 per annum plus super

About the Program

Nirrumbuk Aboriginal Corporation on behalf of the Department of Social Services delivers the Supporting Adolescent Boys Trial – Stepping Ahead Program.

This important program supports young men and boys aged 12 to 18 years who have experienced family, domestic or sexual violence and are at risk of repeating these harmful behaviours.  This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young men — helping them strengthen their identity, resilience, and sense of belonging.

About Nirrumbuk

Nirrumbuk Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) is a Broome based community organisation managed and owned by Aboriginal members, our board consists of 11 Indigenous people from Broome and the Dampier Peninsula.

Our primary objectives are to build the capacity of the Aboriginal Community and individuals in the region by fostering self-sufficiency with a key focus on health, housing, education and employment.

The Youth & Community Services arm of Nirrumbuk works to strengthen social and emotional wellbeing by providing one-on-one case management, counselling, and community-based supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth.

About the Role

The Senior Case Support Worker (SCSW) plays a key leadership role in delivering culturally safe, youth-focused services. Operating at a senior level, you will:

• Provide mentoring, guidance, and day-to-day support to clients and program staff.
• Deliver one-on-one case management and group support activities for young men.
• Strengthen connections with families, schools, and community networks.
• Collaborate with partner organisations to ensure holistic, coordinated care.
• Uphold best practice in service delivery in line with program frameworks and community values.

About You

·Possess Certificate IV or higher qualification from a nationally recognized course in one of the following fields:  counselling, psychology, social work, mental health, youth work, Indigenous studies or a related area or;

· Minimum of two years' experience working in a similar field.

· Strong communication and relationship-building skills with young people, families, and stakeholders.

· A sound understanding of local community dynamics and available support services.

·A commitment to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth to thrive and reach their potential.

· Have self-reflective capacity and the ability to address their own healing when needed.

· Are patient, non-judgemental, adaptable, and able to support youth at different levels of development.

· Value and practice respectful behaviours, honesty, responsibility, care, and safety.

·Knowledge of computer systems required to record data including data bases, excel spreadsheet and word documents.

·Must have driver's license (or in process of obtaining).

· Be able to obtain police clearance and working with children checks.

What We Offer

· A supportive, culturally safe environment with mentorship from respected Aboriginal leaders and intensive guidance from a psychosocial worker.

· Ongoing training and development in trauma-informed care, attachment-based approaches, and personal growth.

·The chance to be part of something meaningful and long-lasting in the lives of Aboriginal youth.

· Access to Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay

· 5 weeks annual leave per annum

· Access to an Employee Assistance Program - free confidential counselling

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your:

1. Cover Letter addressing the About You (above), and
2. Current Resume including at least two referees

to the subject line:

Application – Senior Case Support Worker (Stepping Ahead Program)

For further information, please contact Sara Garrido Diaz, Program Manager, on

Closing Date

Applications close: 4pm Friday 5 December 2025

Late applications will not be accepted.

Join Nirrumbuk Aboriginal Corporation and help strengthen the next generation of young men through belonging, resilience, and positive connection.