Aboriginal Family Worker - Central Coast
Full-time & Part-time positions available
Gudjagang Ngara li-dhi Aboriginal Corporation
What we 0ffer
* A supportive, collaborative and family friendly environment
* The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of Aboriginal Families, Children & Young people
* Ongoing professional development and supervision
* Access to cultural mentoring and community connection
* Competitive salary under the SCHADS Award
* Additional Salary Packaging option available up to $15,900
ABOUT THE ROLE
Gudjagang Ngara li-dhi are seeking an Aboriginal Family Worker to join our family and wellbeing stream. As part of this important role, you will working in the Family Support & Safe and Strong Families Program working directly with Aboriginal families and their children.
The Aboriginal Family Worker will ensure that Aboriginal families are able to access timely, effective and culturally safe support services to address vulnerability and risk factors including those that may lead to child abuse, neglect and family violence. Family engagement is also supported and encouraged to participate in appropriate activities and programs. Services are provided in a child-centered manner, where safety, wellbeing and connection to culture is paramount.
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will be able to:
* identify needs and create supportive networks and referral pathways for Aboriginal families and children.
* demonstrate care, compassion and empathy in understanding issues surrounding vulnerable Aboriginal families
* support families in their understanding of child development
* work within a collaborative care team approach and with relevant stakeholders and organisations to promote the best outcomes for children and families
* demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the practice and principles involved in case work and case co-ordination
* empower families and carers to live happy, healthy lives
ABOUT US
Gudjagang Ngara li-dhi is an Aboriginal Agency on the Central Coast of NSW representing the Aboriginal communities that fall within the Local Government area of the Wyong.
The name Gudjagang Ngara li-dhi is from the Darkinjung language and means 'listen to the children'. This principle forms the basis of our core belief that Aboriginal children and young people need to be connected to their community and culture and to participate and contribute to their story.
We are guided by the following approaches to practice:
* Aboriginal World Views
* Dadirri – Deep Listening to One Another
* Cultural Learning - the importance of Identity and Connections
* Shared Community Responsibility for children and young people
* Working with Families in a Culturally Safe environment
* Strengths Based Practice and Resilience
* Trauma Informed and Trauma Specific Care and Practice
SELECTION CRITERIA
* Please provide testament to your Aboriginality and your connections to Darkinjung Country & Community
* Relevant tertiary qualifications Community Services Cert 3 or higher, or working towards, in welfare or related field and minimum 6 months experience in service delivery with Families and Children with complex needs
* Availability to work flexible hours (evening or weekend work may be required)
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Proficiency in case note writing and demonstrated ability to develop, organise and maintain records and reports in a timely manner
* Good computer skills including Microsoft office and Windows based software
* Current NSW Driver's Licence and Working With Children Check
How to Apply
To be considered for this position the selection criteria will need to be addressed
Please email application to or for further information and a copy of the Position Description.
Applications must include a cover letter addressing the essential criteria and a current resume
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, closing on 13/02/2025. The successful candidate will ideally commence ASAP.