The opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Aboriginal Intensive Family Support Worker at WADJAK NORTHSIDE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY (ABORIGINAL CORPORATION)' in partnership with MercyCare, located in Mirrabooka/Joondalup, Western Australia. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in providing intensive family support services to the local community.

Key responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, culturally appropriate intensive family support services to Aboriginal families in the local community

Assess family needs and develop tailored support plans to address identified issues

Provide practical assistance, mentoring and counselling to families to promote positive change

Facilitate access to other relevant services and community resources

Maintain comprehensive client records and contribute to the evaluation of the program

Work collaboratively with other team members and community stakeholders

Contribute to the continuous improvement of the family support services

What we're looking for

Significant experience in the Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services industry, with a strong understanding of the challenges faced by Aboriginal families

Demonstrated expertise in providing intensive, holistic family support services

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients

Strong problem-solving and case management skills

Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, community services or a related field

Cultural competence and a deep understanding of Aboriginal culture and community

Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

What we offer

At WADJAK NORTHSIDE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY (ABORIGINAL CORPORATION)', in partnership with MercyCare, we are committed to supporting our employees and promoting a healthy work-life balance. We offer a range of benefits, including:

Competitive salary and salary packaging options

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive organisational culture

Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and resources

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Please submit your resume and cover letter by Friday 12th September,

if you would like a copy of the full position description, please send through your request to [email protected]