Transport Support Worker- Aboriginal Identified Position

Are you passionate about helping children and young people reach milestones in their lives?

We have the perfect career opportunity for someone who is looking for a rewarding change in KEMPSEY NSW.

Burrun Dalai provides Out of Home Care (OOHC) and Foster Care to Aboriginal children & young people of the Macleay, Nambucca, Hastings, Manning, Armidale and Tamworth Regions.

As a Transport Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal clients by providing safe, reliable, and culturally respectful transport to medical appointments, community services, and other essential destinations.

You’ll also assist with basic support tasks and help clients feel comfortable and respected throughout their journey.

What you are responsible for:

Attend, participate and provide support to Caseworkers on supervised contacts for Aboriginal children and young people in out of home care with their birth families and significant others.

Transport Aboriginal children and young people as required and directed by Casework Managers.

Supervise Aboriginal children and young people as required and directed by Casework Managers.

Prepare contact reports or assist caseworkers to prepare contact reports as required.

Essential:

1. Aboriginality.

2. Possess and retain a NSW Drivers Licence, with a good driving record.

3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

4. An ability to recognise and then refer to others in complex or critical issues in need of resolution.

5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

6. Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal culture and communities, preferably with lived experience or strong community ties.

7. Excellent time management and organisational skills

8. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of: - Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Confidentiality, Ethical practices and Quality Improvement.

Desirable:

1. Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.

2. Knowledge of local Aboriginal organisations and services.

What is in it for you?

Healthy work life balance

Attractive salary packaging

A supportive, multidiscipline team-based workplace

To apply: - Request a copy of the Position Description by contacting [email protected] then address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description and submit your resume and a cover letter and email to [email protected]

Applications close: 28 October 2025, we reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

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

Burrun Dalai strongly encourages Vaccinations (inc Covid) for WHS reasons and to keep our Community Safe.

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