About YWAHS
Yoowinna Wurnalung Aboriginal Healing Service (YWAHS) is a Specialist Aboriginal Family Violence Service, which is an independent Not for Profit (NFP) organisation, that delivers services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and their families, including 'blended families' living within the catchments of Wellington and East Gippsland Local Government Area's.
We provide culturally safe and holistic services including counselling, clinical and therapeutic support, referral pathways, develop, implement, and deliver family violence education and prevention programs, advocacy and post-intervention support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and their families.
We support the recovery and healing of Aboriginal victims, individuals, families, and communities affected by family violence, and provide support to perpetrators of family violence, linking them to programs and services to address their behaviour and to help them build tools around respectful and healthy relationships with their partners, children, and extended family.
Our focus is on providing Aboriginal-led solutions, which are 'trauma-informed,' culturally safe, within holistic models of health and wellbeing.
About Our Roles
* The roles are located in the East Gippsland and Wellington Shire Council region – each Position Description specifies the location
* YWAHS has offices in Sale, Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance and property in Nicholson – We service and support a wide geographic area from these offices including Orbost, Lake Tyers, Loch Sport, Yarram, etc.
* There is travel required with all our roles and a pool car is provided to support this
* The Position descriptions detail duties and skills required and are available through our jobs email
Benefits
* Competitive base salaries plus superannuation and annual leave loading
* Salary packaging (which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year)
* Industry-leading training and support
* Promotional opportunities
* Working alongside diverse people toward a common goal
* Flexible work hours
* Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service
Qualification & Eligibility Requirements
* Qualifications and experience are specified within each position description
* All roles required candidates to have:
* Demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of Aboriginal culture and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people in a contemporary society
* Hold a valid driver's licence
* Will be required to travel across YWAHS catchment area
* Have a current Working with Children Check clearance number prior to commencement in the role
* Are willing to obtain a National Police Check on Commencement (note YWAHS Discrimination Policy identifies that the organisation will not discriminate on irrelevant criminal history)
(Male) Aboriginal Lead Facilitator - 1 Year Contract.
Yoowinna Wurnalung Aboriginal Healing Service (YWAHS) is a Specialist Aboriginal Family Violence Service, which is an independent Not for Profit (NFP) organisation, who delivers services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples living within the catchments of Wellington and East Gippsland Local Government Area's.
We provide culturally safe and holistic services including counselling, clinical and therapeutic support and referral pathways. We develop, implement, and deliver family violence education and prevention programs and provide advocacy and post intervention support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and their families.
We support the recovery and healing of Aboriginal victims, individuals, families, and communities affected by family violence, and provide support to perpetrators of family violence, linking them into programs and services to address their behaviour and to help them build tools around respectful and healthy relationships with their partners, children, and extended family.
Our focus is on providing Aboriginal led solutions, which are 'trauma informed,' culturally safe, within holistic models of health and wellbeing.
ROLE PURPOSE
Building Strong Dads Yarning Together is an Aboriginal-led fathering program designed to strengthen the role of fathers, grandfathers, and uncles in raising Aboriginal children.
This pilot initiative promotes positive fathering, cultural identity, and healing through community-led, culturally safe approaches. The program provides a supportive space for men to connect, share experiences, and build resilience while addressing challenges such as family violence, poverty, mental health, and housing insecurity. By fostering strong cultural connections and holistic wellbeing, the program aims to empower families and strengthen community ties.
Position Summary
The Aboriginal Lead Facilitator will play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal fathers, non-Aboriginal fathers, and grandfather/uncle figures who are raising Aboriginal children.
This role focuses on strengthening parenting skills, cultural identity, and resilience while addressing the effects of adversity such as family violence, poverty, mental health challenges, and homelessness.
The facilitator will help build community connections and promote healing and wellbeing through culturally safe and community-led approaches.
BENEFITS
* Competitive base salaries plus superannuation and annual leave loading
* Salary packaging (which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year)
* Industry leading training and support
* Promotional opportunities
* Working alongside diverse people towards a common goal
* Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service
QUALIFICATIONS AND ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Selection Criteria
Essential:
* Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
* Strong understanding of the challenges and strengths experienced by Aboriginal fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and families.
* Experience in community engagement, social work, men's health, or related fields.
* Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse individuals and communities.
* Knowledge of local Aboriginal cultures, kinship systems, and community protocols.
* Commitment to cultural safety, trauma-informed practice, and holistic wellbeing.
Desirable:
* Qualifications in community services, social work, counselling, or related disciplines.
* Experience facilitating group programs or workshops in fathering/parenting/growing up Aboriginal children.
* Familiarity with ACCO structures and service delivery models.
Like to know more? Please email using the subject line: Aboriginal Lead Facilitator
All applicants must attach a Resume and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (please refer to the Position Description). Please note, incomplete applications may not be considered.
Applications close 29th of January.
We recognise the rich diversity of people across Australia. YWAHS is committed to ensuring our workplace culture continues to value diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, LGBTI and other diversity groups.
JOIN US… WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION
Sound like you? How to Apply
Please submit your application, addressing the Key Selection Criteria and include your resume, to our Jobs email:
If you have a general recruitment enquiry, please contact Selina on or email our jobs email.
We recognise the rich diversity of people across Australia. YWAHS is committed to ensuring our workplace culture continues to value diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, LGBTI and other diversity groups.
Join us… We look forward to receiving your application.