Role Overview
Culturally Sensitive Practitioner - Supporting Children, Young People and Families to Address Problematic Sexual Behaviours. This full-time role involves working collaboratively with teams to provide culturally safe support and guidance. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized safety plans, conducting comprehensive assessments, and coordinating wrap-around services to meet the unique needs of each client.
Key Responsibilities
* Support clients and their families in a culturally sensitive manner, incorporating engagement in appropriate practice protocols, and community outreach.
* Contribute to the development of cultural knowledge and practices within the team through individual case consultation, group supervision, and information sharing.
* Develop, implement, and review safety plans that address strengths and areas of risk using a trauma-informed lens.
* Coordinate a culturally safe pathway for wrap-around support by working closely with government agencies, schools, health services, and community organizations to deliver integrated services.
* Identify and respond to risks, escalating concerns as necessary, and making reports where required.
Qualifications and Experience
* Tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, human services, or a related field.
* Experience working respectfully with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups.
* Knowledge of issues affecting Aboriginal communities, families, and children.
* Strong understanding of problematic sexual behaviours in children and young people, including associated risks and vulnerabilities.
* Excellent communication, assessment, and case planning skills, with a strengths-based approach.
Benefits
* Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid home/office options, and an extra day off each month (12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
* Sector-competitive remuneration, various recognition programs, and access to long service leave after 5 years.
* Wellness resources, including fitness passports and employee assistance programs.
About the Organisation
The organisation supports people at the margins of society, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, children, young people, and their families. We are committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.