WUNGENING ABORIGINAL CORPORATION

Healing Mind, Body & Spirit

ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

ABOUT THE ROLES

The Family Support Network (FSN) Support Worker plays a vital role in delivering practical, relationship-based support to families, children, and young people engaged with the FSN. Working under the guidance of Case Workers and Coordinators, the Support Worker focuses on implementing day-to-day strategies that promote safety, wellbeing, and resilience in families.

This position is grounded in a strengths-based, culturally respectful approach that recognises and builds on the existing capacities of families. Support Workers are often the consistent connection point for the family, offering encouragement, modelling positive behaviours, and reinforcing key messages and goals developed in collaboration with Case Workers.

About FSN:

Wungening leads the Armadale Cannington Family Support Network. Family Support Networks (FSNs) are a partnership of community sector services and the Department of Communities (Communities), providing a common entry point to services and delivering targeted support to families facing challenging situations and those most likely to be involved with the child protection system.

Responsibilities Overview:

Support service delivery by working collaboratively with Case Workers and Coordinators to implement practical aspects of family support plans in homes and community settings.

Assist with intake support by gathering basic client information and helping families understand the service process (under the direction of Case Workers).

Support in-home visits and outreach by accompanying Case Workers, assisting with logistics, and delivering practical and emotional support to families as directed in support plans.

Contribute to risk assessment and safety planning and implement agreed safety strategies under supervision.

Work alongside FSN and external partners by helping families attend appointments, make phone calls, and understand service options identified by Case Workers.

Provide hands-on support to families during challenging times by helping with routines, home organisation, parenting strategies, and daily life skills, in line with the family's support plan.

Support continuous improvement by providing feedback on family engagement and practical barriers during team discussions and reflective practice sessions.

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records in the client management system (FUSION) and other systems, including detailed case notes, assessments, plans, and correspondence.

Ensure all practices align with Wungening’s values, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Commitment to empowering Aboriginal families, children and young people and their right to participate in discussions and decisions relating to the supports they receive.

Experience supporting Aboriginal families, children, and young people.

Commitment to Wungening values, processes, and guidelines.

Understanding risk assessment and safety planning.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate across diverse stakeholders.

Problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making abilities.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

WA Working with Children Card

National Police Clearance (dated within the last 3 months)

Department of Communities Screening (we'll help successful candidates apply)

WA Drivers License

WORKING WITH WUNGENING – JOB BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

In addition to fulfilling a passion for social justice and community healing, you will enjoy the many benefits of our generous Enterprise Bargaining Award Agreement, including:

37.5 hour week

4 wellness days per year

NAIDOC Day leave

3-day additional leave Christmas shutdown leave

4-week top-up maternity leave

Excellent Salary Packaging options available

Long Service after 6 years

Mentoring and training opportunities

Access to Sonder 24/7 wellbeing services

Clear pathways for advancement

Join us in creating a healthy, safe, strong and sustainable Aboriginal community.

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR APPLICANTS

Applications must include a covering letter addressing the essential criteria and a concise CV clearly outlining your qualifications and experience.

Applications close Monday 30 June 2025

All enquiries should be directed to Niall Rhatigan on 0484 382 370

Being suitable for a position does not guarantee an offer of employment.

We reserve the right to close applications and appoint prior to the nominated closing date.