Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council (OLALC) is seeking a passionate and compassionate Family Support Worker to join our Mirganha Program in Bathurst.
The Mirganha Program recognises the impact of current, past and intergenerational trauma and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to strengthen wellbeing, connection to culture and community, and build positive pathways forward.
This is an opportunity to work alongside families in a culturally safe, respectful and supportive environment where your work can make a genuine difference.
This is an Identified position and is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia’s First Nations people.
Where a position is identified, an applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification authorised by Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Applicants must provide one of the following with their application to confirm Aboriginality:
A Confirmation of Aboriginality form; OR
Written confirmation from 1–2 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live or work confirming that the applicant:
is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, providing culturally safe, trauma-informed support and practical assistance.
You will build trusting relationships, walk alongside families through challenges, connect them with services and support them to strengthen family wellbeing, cultural connection, confidence and independence.
Provide culturally safe case management and family support
Build strong, respectful and trusting relationships with families and community
Support families with safety planning, referrals and access to appropriate services
Assist families to identify their strengths, goals and pathways forward
Facilitate peer support groups, wellbeing activities and family-focused programs
Support connection to culture, community and relevant services
Maintain accurate case notes, case plans and client records
Work collaboratively with internal and external service providers
Participate in case conferencing, team meetings and program activities
Contribute to program planning, evaluation and continuous improvement
A qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Family Support or a related field, or relevant experience
Experience in case management, family support or community services
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
An understanding of trauma and the impacts of intergenerational trauma
An understanding of the experiences and challenges affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
The ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with families, community and service providers
Strong organisational, documentation and time-management skills
A proactive, compassionate and community-focused approach
A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
Working with Children Check
National Criminal Record Check
Current C Class Driver’s License
Confirmation of Aboriginality as outlined above
Join an organisation committed to strengthening Aboriginal families, supporting community wellbeing and creating positive pathways for children, young people and families.
You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, work alongside families and contribute to a program that recognises the importance of culture, connection, healing and community.
If you are passionate about supporting families and want to make a real difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.
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Family Support Worker (Identified) • Bathurst, AU
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