Social Worker
Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service
Posted 2 days ago
Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service (IAMS) is seeking a compassionate and motivated Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team, delivering culturally safe, person-centred care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and families.
This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate or early-career professional looking to build experience in a community-controlled, supportive and empowering environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide social work support to clients experiencing complex social and emotional challenges, including family violence, mental health, housing insecurity, and grief and loss.
Deliver culturally safe case management, advocacy, and referrals in line with best practice and community needs.
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, psychiatrist, psychologists, and AOD clinicians.
Maintain accurate case notes and contribute to program development and quality improvement activities.
About You:
Bachelor of Social Work (or equivalent) and eligible for AASW membership.
A strong commitment to social justice, cultural safety, and community empowerment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
An understanding of trauma-informed practice and the impacts of intergenerational trauma.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
New graduates welcome – supervision and professional development provided.
What We Offer:
Flexible work arrangements – 3 days/week (part-time)
Work in a supportive Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
Regular clinical supervision and access to professional development
Salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful and impactful work within community
About Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service
History of the Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation (IAMS)
It all began in 1983 in a small tent at Coomaditchie, operating as a branch of the Far South Coast Aboriginal Service – Nowra. This initial service provided the local community with a doctor one day a week, through an arrangement with Redfern Aboriginal Medical Service.
In June 1984 the IAMS was incorporated, and with this came the first success in obtaining funding grants. The Service moved to a small house in Church Street, Wollongong, and despite a few set backs and financial challenges, by June 1986 it was able to purchase essential equipment, and employ a receptionist, an administrator, and a doctor five days a week.
In 1987 the IAMS gained financial assistance from NSW Health Department, and with the assistance of further grants, was able to supply a dental service two days a week, as well as employ a Drug and Alcohol Worker, Public Health Worker, and Assistant.
This expansion meant the Service was fast outgrowing its premises. Numerous applications for funding to purchase new premises were submitted, with no success, until 1994, when a grant was finally obtained from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission. This grant enabled the purchase of the block of land next door to the Church Street premises, and the construction of a new, purpose-built facility, at the cost of $1.8 million.
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