Aboriginal Family Preservation Caseworker

Location: Taree

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $86,154.00 pa

Closing Date: 20.10.2025

We are seeking a dedicated Aboriginal Family Preservation Caseworker to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, young people, and families.

Burrun Dalai Aboriginal Corporation provides foster care, youth and family support services to Aboriginal children & young people and their families in the Macleay, Nambucca, Hastings, Manning, Armidale, and Tamworth Regions.

Burrun Dalai Aboriginal Corporation is one of the largest and most successful Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations in NSW.

We are now recruiting for an experienced person to join our multidisciplinary team and work within a supportive community focused organisation.

This opportunity would suit someone with the relevant background and experience who is looking for a role in Taree.

About the Role

As an Aboriginal Family Preservation Caseworker, you will work closely with Aboriginal families to provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, and strengths-based support. Your role will focus on preventing child removal, promoting family reunification, and empowering families to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with Aboriginal families and communities.

• Deliver intensive, in-home support to families at risk of child protection intervention.

• Collaborate with community organisations, Elders, and service providers.

• Advocate for culturally appropriate services and outcomes.

• Maintain accurate case notes and contribute to care planning.

About You

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977).

• Deep understanding of Aboriginal culture, kinship systems, and community dynamics.

• Experience in child protection, family support, or community services.

• Effective communication, advocacy, and critical thinking skills.

• Commitment to cultural safety and self-determination.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team that values respect, integrity, and community connection.

• Make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal children and families.

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To apply, please obtain a Position Description from Human Resources, then submit your resume, cover letter outlining your experience by addressing the selection criteria and connection to community to [email protected]

For more information, contact [email protected]

Applications close: 20th October 2025, for role unless filled, as we reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Note: Applicants must be Aboriginal and must provide a clear Working with Children Check and consent to a National Criminal Record Check prior to any offer of employment.

Burrun Dalai considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification under s14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).