Cultural Family Liaison Officer 50D

Uplyft Limited; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 118,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed-term contract

Part-time schedule

On-site Bentley location

Salary from 107,377.03 AUD (pro rata) 

Salary packaging

Professional development

Holiday break between Christmas and NY

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Uplyft in Western Australia is seeking a Cultural Family Liaison Officer (50D) on a 22.5-hour per week, fixed-term basis. Based at Bentley with free parking, the role supports the Grandcarer Case Management Service and works to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

You will deliver high-quality case management and culturally responsive support, collaborate with diverse communities and multidisciplinary teams, and hold a tertiary degree in Community Services.

Qualifications

• Hold a Tertiary Degree or Advanced Diploma in Community Services or related discipline.
• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander with strong connections to Aboriginal communities.
• Experience with Aboriginal families and culturally safe practice.
• Knowledge of child development, family functioning and crisis impacts on children.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement across diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality case management to support grandcarers and families.
• Implement capacity-building initiatives to improve wellbeing and safety of children aged 0-18.
• Provide tailored, culturally responsive support to families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Problem solving

Microsoft Windows

Education

Degree/Diploma in Community Services

Job description

Description

Uplyft are seeking a dedicated and culturally connected Cultural Family Liaison Officer (50D) to support the Grandcarer Case Management Service and strengthen outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

About Uplyft

Uplyft (formerly Wanslea) is a leading provider of services for children, young people, and families across Western Australia. Founded in 1943, we have now expanded to offer a wide range of programs and services that support children, young people and families at every stage of life.

Why join Uplyft?

At Uplyft, your work makes a real difference. You won't just have a job - you will support children, young people, and families, helping to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.

We value people who bring their whole selves to work. Our team reflects our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where differences are celebrated and every voice matters.

Joining Uplyft means being part of a professional, purpose-driven organisation where your skills, ideas, and compassion help transform lives every day.

We are proud of our wide-ranging benefits available to this role including:

• Fixed Term until 30/06/2028
• Part time position (22.5 hours per week - Monday, Wednesday and Friday)
• Based at our brand new facility at Bentley with free parking on site
• Salary starting from $107,377.03 per annum (pro rata) plus superannuation
• Opportunity to salary package
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues

About the role

This position delivers high-quality case management and capacity-building initiatives to improve the wellbeing, safety and development of children and young people (0-18 years) in grandcarer households. Working with both new and existing Grandcarers, the role provides tailored, culturally responsive support to families, particularly those experiencing complex circumstances.

About you

• Hold a Tertiary Degree or Advanced Diploma in Community Services or a related discipline, and/or bring significant relevant experience working with children and families.
• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and have strong connections and established relationships within Aboriginal communities.
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal families, with a deep understanding of culturally safe and responsive practice.
• Sound knowledge of child development, family functioning, parenting skills, and the impacts of child protection and crisis situations on children and families.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse communities and multidisciplinary teams.
• Highly organised with proven problem-solving, administrative and time management skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Windows-based applications.
• Committed to child-safe practice, workplace health and safety, and inclusive service delivery for diverse populations, including CALD, neurodivergent, and sex and gender diverse communities.

Final statements

Uplyft encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.

Uplyft is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.