Aboriginal Response Practitioner - Family Safety & Support

Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation; Morwell; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Orange Door - Aboriginal Response Practitioner role at Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation in Morwell VIC supports Victorian women, children and families through the Hub with a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct screening, triage and crisis responses, provide culturally informed interventions, and coordinate referrals while prioritising child protection and safety. Experience with Aboriginal communities and strong communication are essential.

Formación

• Degree in Social Work or related field (must meet Recommendation 209).
• Experience with Aboriginal communities and understanding of cultural issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of social care frameworks and relevant legislation.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and cultural competency training.

Responsabilidades

• Work within a specialist discipline to deliver Hub services and develop cross-disciplinary capabilities.
• Deliver screening and triage, assessment, crisis responses, targeted interventions, allocation and coordinated referrals.
• Ensure that the protection of children and the promotion of their welfare is given absolute priority in all activities and that critical incidents/allegations/disclosures are recorded, investigated and acted upon appropriately.
• Deliver services and support via phone, within the physical hub and outreach at client’s home or other sites.
• Identify, assess and prioritise risk and needs of women and children, families and perpetrators, drawing on the expertise of different practitioners in a multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with the Hub team to support integrated risk assessment and planning, including participating in case conferences and meetings.
• Navigate broader service system for clients by referring clients to services and providing clients with information and support.
• Recognise and identify limits of own expertise and when to seek advice or refer client to specialist Hub practitioners or Practice Leaders to ensure safe practice.
• Be a productive, positive team member who contributes equally and honestly whilst respecting everyone’s opinions.
• Ensure information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record system and that records are maintained in accordance with the Corporations standards obligations.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Social care knowledge

Educación

Social Work / Community Development degree

Descripción del empleo

The Orange Door - Aboriginal Response Practitioner role at Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation in Morwell VIC supports Victorian women, children and families through the Hub with a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct screening, triage and crisis responses, provide culturally informed interventions, and coordinate referrals while prioritising child protection and safety. Experience with Aboriginal communities and strong communication are essential.