Organisation Overview:Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative (RAC) is recognised as a leader among Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, maintaining a high profile in the public and private sectors across research, consultancy, policy development, and partnerships. RAC operates in a culturally appropriate, sensitive, community-controlled environment that maintains a holistic approach to service provision and emphasises the importance of family and community.RAC has been a resource, service provider and enabler of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Greater Shepparton region since 1980. RAC is a cooperative working to provide a range of supports and services including:Health and wellbeingPositive aging and disability servicesCommunity servicesAsset and infrastructure servicesCorporate servicesRAC has an annual budget of $19 million and a workforce of approximately 230 people. RAC is a significant employer and economic contributor to the region and plays a high profile leadership role as one of the larger Aboriginal organisations in Australia. RAC is committed to ensuring the Aboriginal people in the Goulburn Valley have certainty of access to community-controlled services.Role Purpose:The Koorie Families as First Educators Program is a child centred and family focused program. The aim is to increase parenting capacity of parents with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children between the ages of 0-5 years.Employment Conditions:All staff are required to sign a confidentiality agreement on appointment to the organisation.Probationary / qualifying periods apply to all new positions.All staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Co-operative (available to view).All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures to the department and the Co-operative (manuals are available to view).A commitment to equal opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices is required.Salary packaging is available to permanent part-time and full-time staff.Tenure of positions at Rumbalara will be tied to existing contracted funding arrangements.About You:To excel in this position, you should possess the following qualifications and qualities:You are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.No qualifications required, preferably Certificate 4 in Community Services.A demonstrated understanding of the issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Communities.An ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Ability to maintain a high standard of confidentiality.Ability to carry a client caseload.An understanding of various government departments service systems, these may include Department of Education and Training (DET), Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH).An ability to represent the organisation in a professional manner.What We Offer:Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award: Level 2, Pay Point 2-4 (based on qualifications and experience).Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening.
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