About us

Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service (ACMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Primary Health Service. For over 40 years, Durri ACMS has provided essential and culturally appropriate health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people located in Kempsey, Nambucca Heads, and surrounding communities.

Our primary health service site in Kempsey is located on the traditional lands of the Dunghutti people, extending from the eastern extremity of the Mid North Coast to the Northern Tablelands.

Our Nambucca clinic sits in the homeland of the Gumbaynggirr people, with the Nambucca Valley being the southern gateway to subtropical Australia.

Durri services range across a number of both clinical and non-clinical services. From primary health care, chronic disease, dental, women’s health, perinatal to postnatal services as well as programs ranging from social emotional wellbeing services being built within an all-encompassing health setting means a comprehensive health approach can be undertaken.

Durri ACMS acknowledges the impact of past trauma, dispossession, separation of families, child removal, ongoing social disadvantage, racism and other historical, political, social and cultural issues that impact on the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and their communities.

About the role

Deliver the Justice Our Way program to reduce recidivism among Aboriginal women at Mid North Coast Correctional Centre through holistic, culturally safe case management and partnerships.

Qualifications & Experience –

Essential:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Female:

This role is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander female applicants (as per Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977), as it involves direct service delivery to Aboriginal women in custody and post-release, requiring shared lived experience and cultural knowledge of women’s business.

Relevant Professional Experience:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in case management, justice, health, or community services, with a focus on supporting Aboriginal people impacted by incarceration, family violence, or intergenerational trauma.

Understanding of Systemic Challenges:

Demonstrated knowledge of systemic racism, intergenerational trauma, and the drivers of Aboriginal overrepresentation in the justice and child protection systems, including the impacts of colonisation and the Stolen Generations.

Trauma-Informed and Strengths-Based Practice:

Proven ability to deliver trauma-informed, strengths-based care that prioritises cultural healing, safety, and self-determination for Aboriginal clients.

Cultural Safety and Community Connection:

Experience facilitating culturally safe programs (e.g., yarning circles, cultural activities) and building trust with Aboriginal communities, particularly in the Mid North Coast region.

Advocacy and Collaboration Skills:

Ability to advocate for clients navigating complex systems (e.g., housing, child protection, justice) and collaborate with stakeholders, including ECAV, corrections staff, and health services.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with vulnerable clients, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to program reporting.

Required Checks and Licences:

Current NSW Driver’s Licence, Working with Children Check, and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain) and ability to obtain relevant clearances.

Desirable Criteria:

1. Qualifications in Social Work, Community Services, or related field.

2. Experience working in correctional settings.

3. Understanding of Mid North Coast Aboriginal communities.

Durri ACMS is exempt under anti-discrimination legislation to designate this role as female-specific due to the nature of the Justice Our Way program, which focuses on culturally safe support for Aboriginal women impacted by the justice system.

If this interest you, apply now!!

For instructions on how to apply please download the application pack by visiting http://durri.org.au/positions-vacant.php

Your application must address the selection criteria or your application will be marked unsuccessful.

To enquire about the role please call Paula Skinner on 0439370151
Job Applications closing date is Tuesday 27 May 2025 5.00pm - No late applications will be accepted.