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 ROLE

This is a short fixed-term opportunity.

Based in the Centrecare Midland office, as a Case Worker you will work within the Family and EIFSS Program, providing assessment, case planning and support for families with medium to low risk factors and/or complexity to families who are most at risk of child protection intervention.

You will provide direct support, advocacy and referrals to families and their children to deal effectively with trauma caused by sexual abuse, family violence, alcohol and substance abuse, housing, health and justice issues by working alongside them to develop skills to enhance their safety and life skills. Priority access will be given to Aboriginal families. You will also drive, support and work within Centrecare’s Therapeutic Framework to ensure consistency in program design, program application (integrity), service delivery and outcome measurement.

If you are a qualified Case Worker with expertise in at least one the following areas, apply today:

Child Protection

Family and Domestic Violence

Drug and Alcohol Counselling

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Qualification in Community Services, Counselling, Youth Work or other related discipline

Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, children and communities

Demonstrated abilities of case management and referral skills

Demonstrated abilities of assessment and support planning skills

Demonstrated ability to be part of a team and share knowledge and skills with others in order to deliver a quality service and achieve client outcomes.

Demonstrated interpersonal and written as well as verbal communication skills.

Understands legislation, regulations and external standards that apply to relevant work practices.

Demonstrated abilities of advanced computer skills including Case Management software and Microsoft Package (including Microsoft Outlook)

Demonstrated commitment to empowering and respecting children and young people.

Demonstrated ability to provide safe environments for children and young people and protect them from abuse and neglect.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

WA Working with Children Card

Police Clearance (dated within the last 3 months)

WA Drivers Licence

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

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

3-day additional Christmas shutdown leave

4-week top-up maternity leave

Excellent Salary Packaging options available

Long Service after 6 years

Mentoring and training opportunities

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 Friday 11 July 2025.

All enquiries should be directed to Emmanuel Collard, Manager on 0400 747 819

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.