Waltja Tjutangku Palyapayi Aboriginal Corporation is recruiting for a Community Development position in the Strong Money program.

Workers are expected to provide support to Aboriginal families across various remote central Australian Aboriginal communities consistent with the objectives and requirements of Waltja’s Strong Money Program.

Provide support to families on remote communities to identify and address money management issues. Support is to be based upon strengths-based approach, the principles of self-determination, and respect for Aboriginal people, communities and culture.

Provide case management support to individuals and family groups as required, including education, problem-solving and advocacy.

Provide financial literacy education training as required, for individuals, small groups or community workshops.

Engage Aboriginal people from each community wherever possible as mentors, advisers, and co-workers to assist with Waltja’s service delivery, and support skills development of community members related to the program objectives.

Work collaboratively with relevant local and regional service providers, agencies and institutions, to provide and receive referrals, and to plan events and activities consistent with Waltja’s program objectives.

Advocate for clients access to relevant services, and for appropriate and informed service delivery to community clients.

Complete and provide appropriate and up-to-date documentation related to community visits, travel plans, data reporting, and client/community support provided or requested.

Where appropriate assist in the preparation of submissions for external funding

Work as part of Waltja’s team across all projects. Work together with other staff, Management and elected Board Members. Support and mentor junior staff where relevant. Participate in Waltja events and meetings as directed.

Represent Waltja at Conferences, Seminars, Meetings, and Committees and in other community forums.

Identify training and professional needs/opportunities, and undertake training as directed by Management Team

A commitment to comply with all Waltja Policy and Procedures and Code of Conduct

Based in Alice springs. Willingness to travel to remote communities up to 4 nights per week, 3 out of 5 weeks.

Salary package:
SCHADS Award plus 2% Level 4 (depending upon qualifications and experience): the current starting rate is $43.94/hr

Superannuation: 11.5% standard and trainee rate, 13.5% for non-smokers
Travel: $75/night for remote travel
Equipment: All digital/computer/phone equipment provided as needed; Swag supplied.

Annual leave: 4 weeks pro-rata
Personal Leave: 10 days pro rata
Ceremonial Leave: Up to 8 weeks leave without pay
Compassionate: 3 days paid leave; 3 weeks leave without pay for immediate family.

Flexible working hours & time in lieu of arrangements instead of overtime. Salary Packaging options available.

Travel Reimbursement after 6 months - $950 p/a

Camping Allowance after 3 months - $350 p/a

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: SELECTION CRITERIA:
Please address these criteria if you are selected for interview.
Essential:
1. A commitment to Aboriginal self-determination, demonstrated ability
to relate sensitively and effectively with Indigenous people and
demonstrated awareness of the issues affecting Aboriginal
children/young people and their families in central Australia.
2. Previous experience in community development work, including
community consultation, service delivery, performance and data
reporting, and evaluation.

3. Previous experience in the provision of money management and/or financial literacy services or financial counselling.

4. Qualifications in Business services or Community Development, and the
capacity to explain how the knowledge gained through this
qualification relates to the requirements of this position.
5. Previous experience working successfully in a dynamic team environment
and managing a diverse workload accordingly; proven experience of
successful time management in a complex work environment.
6. Demonstrated capacity for strategic decision-making, and initiative to
make appropriate decisions when required.
7. Current NT Drivers License or commitment to transfer current Drivers
License to NT immediately upon appointment.
8. Current NT Working with Children and Vulnerable Persons (Ochre
Card) authorization, or the capacity to acquire this within 6 weeks of
provisional appointment.
9. Willingness to undertake a Police Check (for criminal history) –
required within 6 weeks of provisional appointment.

Desirable:
1. Experience working in or with remote central Australian Aboriginal
communities.
2. Experience working with Aboriginal families to assist them to make
positive change and/or to address barriers to self-determination
3. Functional knowledge and skill in a central Australian Aboriginal
language.
4. Experience driving 4WD vehicles and manual vehicles.

Waltja is a smoke free workplace in all venues and all events.

If this position interest you, send us a current resume and a one-page cover letter outlining why you would be a strong candidate. Specific position descriptions are available on request. Successful applicants for interviews will be asked to address selection criteria.

To discuss this position further, contact Sharijn King 08 89534488.
Please send applications to the [email protected] or visit waltja.org.au/jobs