Aboriginal Family Preservation Caseworker - Real Impact

Goodradigbee Cultural and Heritage Aboriginal Corporation; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance programs

Wellbeing support services

Mentoring and supervision

Job summary

Goodradigbee Cultural and Heritage Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Aboriginal Family Preservation Caseworker (Identified) to join our team in Penrith and Liverpool, NSW. This full-time role focuses on strengthening Aboriginal families, preventing out-of-home care, and promoting cultural connection through holistic support and case management.

You will assess family needs, develop strengths-based plans, coordinate services, and advocate with agencies to ensure child safety and family

Qualifications

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (identified position).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in family support, child welfare, youth services, or related community services fields.
• Sound knowledge of the Aboriginal child placement principle, family preservation philosophy, and culturally responsive practice.
• Understanding of legislation relevant to child protection and family services, including the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage respectfully with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and liaise effectively with external agencies.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and case management skills with the ability to manage multiple cases.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one.
• Valid driver's licence and access to reliable transport.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work within ethical and legal frameworks.
• Lived experience of working within Aboriginal communities is highly valued.
• Tertiary qualification in social work, community welfare, psychology, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with Aboriginal families, providing culturally responsive support and case management services
• Conduct comprehensive family assessments to identify strengths, challenges, and support needs within a family preservation framework
• Create individualised case plans with families that are strengths-based, culturally informed, and focused on achieving measurable outcomes
• Provide practical support to families including assistance with budgeting, housing, employment, education, and access to services
• Link families with community resources, services, and support networks including health, mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence services
• Advocate on behalf of families with government agencies, service providers, and other stakeholders
• Maintain detailed and accurate case notes and documentation in line with legislative requirements and agency policies
• Attend and prepare reports for case conferences, court proceedings, and statutory meetings as required
• Collaborate with other professionals including child protection workers, educators, health practitioners, and community members
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, professional development, and contribute to continuous service improvement
• Uphold child safety and wellbeing as a primary concern whilst supporting family preservation objectives

Job description

Goodradigbee Cultural and Heritage Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Aboriginal Family Preservation Caseworker (Identified) to join our team in Penrith and Liverpool, NSW. This full-time role focuses on strengthening Aboriginal families, preventing out-of-home care, and promoting cultural connection through holistic support and case management.

You will assess family needs, develop strengths-based plans, coordinate services, and advocate with agencies to ensure child safety and family