Aboriginal Family Caseworkers

Gudjagang Ngara Li-dhi Aboriginal Corporation; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 per yr

SCHADS Award salary and conditions

Supportive, family-friendly workplace

Ongoing training and supervision

Cultural mentoring and community ties

Job summary

Gudjagang Ngara li-dhi Aboriginal Corporation on the Central Coast is seeking dedicated Aboriginal Family Caseworkers to join our Family and Wellbeing Stream. You will support Aboriginal children, young people and families to thrive and stay connected to culture.

In the Family Support and Safe and Strong Families programs, you will build trust, advocate for families, connect clients with services, and maintain case notes.

Responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with Aboriginal families
• Supporting families to achieve their goals and improve wellbeing
• Advocating for children, young people and carers
• Connecting families with services and community supports
• Working alongside stakeholders to create positive outcomes
• Maintaining case notes and documentation

Job description

Do you believe every child deserves to grow up safe, connected to culture and surrounded by people who want them to thrive?

Are you someone who naturally builds trust, listens without judgement and works alongside families to create positive change?

Gudjagang Ngara li-dhi Aboriginal Corporation is seeking passionate Aboriginal Family Caseworkers to join our Family and Wellbeing Stream across the Central Coast.

Working within our Family Support and Safe and Strong Families programs, you'll support Aboriginal children, young people and families to build on their strengths, overcome challenges and remain connected to family, culture and community.

What you'll get

• A supportive, family-friendly workplace
• Ongoing training, supervision and professional development
• Cultural mentoring and strong community connections
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per year
• SCHADS Award salary and conditions
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference every day

What you'll be doing

• Building strong relationships with Aboriginal families
• Supporting families to achieve their goals and improve wellbeing
• Advocating for children, young people and carers
• Connecting families with services and community supports
• Working alongside stakeholders to create positive outcomes
• Maintaining case notes and documentation

About you

• Builds trust and rapport easily
• Leads with empathy, respect and cultural awareness
• Enjoys working directly with children, young people and families
• Can balance relationship-building with professional casework responsibilities
• Works well independently and as part of a team

About us

Gudjagang Ngara li-dhi means "Listen to the Children" in the Darkinjung language.

As an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, we are committed to strengthening Aboriginal families and ensuring children and young people remain connected to family, culture and community.

Closing Date: 14th September 2026

Please note:

Applications submitted through SEEK will not be considered. All application documentation must be emailed directly to ***********@gnl.org.au.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.