Strong families build strong communities — join us in leading case management and advocacy that helps families thrive.

Broome-based position, full-time, SCHADS Award Level 5

Salary Sacrifice, 5 weeks of Annual Leave, Birthday Paid Day Off, Annual Airfare Allowance

Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values cultural safety and best practice.

Are you ready to lead case management that puts children and families first? Do you believe culture should be at the centre of how we support families? Are you skilled in helping families navigate complex systems with confidence?

If the answer is yes, we may have the position for you!

Broome Youth and Families Hub is looking for a Children and Parenting Clinician/ Lead to join our hard-working team. The position will provide holistic, trauma-informed support to parents and children, coordinate collaborative care with partner agencies, and empower families to build resilience, independence, and stronger connections within their community.

Our ideal candidate will be an experienced social work professional who brings creativity and empathy to their practice, builds trust quickly with families, and demonstrates resilience when working in complex environments. They will have strong communication skills, a commitment to reflective practice, and the ability to mentor colleagues while contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Key Duties (include, but are not limited to):

· Conduct intake and eligibility screening for new referrals.
· Develop case management plans with new clients and families.
· Deliver holistic, strength-based, and trauma-informed support through engagement and case management.
· Coordinate interagency meetings and supports, in line with the case management plan and family requirements.
· Support parents with practical skills (e.g., routines, behaviour management, positive communication).
· Lead regular case review meetings with parents/carers, families and multidisciplinary professionals.
· Assist families with referrals, applications, and navigating service systems (e.g., Centrelink, housing, legal aid).
· Ensure families’ voices are heard and represented in decision-making processes.
· Represent families in meetings with schools, health services, child protection, housing, and other agencies.
· Provide information and guidance to families to help them understand their rights and available supports.
· Escalate systemic issues or service gaps identified through casework to management for advocacy at a higher level.
· Provide reports, letters of support, or documentation to external stakeholders to build awareness and gain impact.
· Support families to build confidence in self-advocacy by walking alongside them as they develop confidence in these spaces.
· Lead and host interagency meetings.
· Promote and build strong stakeholder relationships, attend, support and promote family and parenting related community initiatives, events and/or meetings as they arise.
· Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in CSNet of client interactions in line with organisational and legislative requirements.
· Maintain up to date case notes following all interactions with clients and families.
· Uphold child-safe practices and mandatory reporting obligations in all aspects of service delivery.

Essential Criteria:

Tertiary level qualification in social services or social work.

Minimum 4 years’ experience working with young people and families.

Ability to work with Aboriginal young people, families and communities.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture.

Extensive knowledge of issues affecting Aboriginal parents, carers, children and young people

Knowledge of administration and reporting systems

Good communication skills; listening, written and verbal.

Good organisational skills to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

Able to work independently or as part of a team.

Desirable Criteria:

· Sound understanding of local service providers and relevant networks

· Previous experience in non-government organisation

· First Aid Certificate

If you think you might be a great fit for this role, we would love to hear from you! For a confidential chat about the position please call Ash 0488 441 147. To enquire about the role description please email [email protected]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Broome Youth and Families Hub is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation.

Applications close 02.10.2025