First Nations Family Worker

Uniting; Camden; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Ex-gratia leave days

Wellbeing programs

URewards retail program

Career development opportunities

Amazing workplace culture

Job summary

Uniting invites applications for an Aboriginal Family Worker to join the Family Connect & Support team in Southwest Sydney. This full-time role focuses on culturally safe, strengths-based casework supporting Aboriginal children, young people and families in times of challenge.

You will build trusting relationships, coordinate services, and work with community partners to ensure timely supports while upholding child safety and wellbeing as a priority.

Qualifications

• First Nations Identified Position – Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity required.
• Degree or relevant experience in Social Work, Community Services, or Youth Work.
• Experience with Aboriginal children and families in a culturally responsive way.
• Knowledge of child protection and commitment to child safety.
• Ability to manage short-term casework and coordinate supports.
• Established links with local Aboriginal communities and services.
• NSW Driver Licence and NSW Working With Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe, strengths-based casework to Aboriginal children, youths and families.
• Engage families through home visits, outreach, and community-based support.
• Develop case plans prioritising child safety, wellbeing and community connection.
• Coordinate supports to access timely and appropriate services.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partners for seamless support.
• Serve as a cultural resource within the team to strengthen practice.
• Maintain connections with local Aboriginal communities and services.

Skills

Cultural competence

Relationship building

Casework coordination

Communication

Client advocacy

Education

Social Work/Community Services/Youth Work degree

Job description

Full-time permanent position located in Oran Park NSW
Base annual rate of $85,308 to $93,159 negotiable based on experience & qualifications
12% super plus access to generous NFP salary packaging options
This is a First Nations Identified Position – you need to be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity (this is an identified role under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act)

About the opportunity:

At Uniting, we believe every child deserves to grow up safe, connected and surrounded by strength, culture and opportunity. We are seeking a passionate Aboriginal Family Worker to join our Family Connect & Support (FCS) team in Southwest Sydney and play a meaningful role in walking alongside Aboriginal children, young people and families during times of challenge.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to create culturally safe pathways for families, strengthen community connections and help prevent issues from escalating by ensuring families receive the right support at the right time.

If you are deeply connected to community, passionate about supporting Aboriginal families, and committed to keeping children safe and thriving, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Support Aboriginal children, young people and families experiencing vulnerability through culturally safe and responsive casework
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families using flexible engagement approaches including home visits, outreach and community-based support
• Develop strengths-based case plans that prioritise child safety, family wellbeing and connection to community
• Coordinate supports and services to help families access the right assistance when they need it most
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, referral agencies and community partners to ensure families experience seamless support
• Act as a cultural resource within the broader Family Connect & Support team to strengthen culturally responsive practice
• Maintain strong connections with local Aboriginal communities and services to create meaningful pathways of support

Your Qualifications & Experience:

• This is a First Nations Identified Position – you need to be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity (this is an identified role under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act)
• A qualification in Social Work, Community Services, Youth Work or related field, or relevant equivalent experience
• Experience working with Aboriginal children, young people and families in a culturally responsive and strengths-based way
• Knowledge of child protection and a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing
• Confidence managing short-term casework and coordinating supports for families with complex needs
• Established relationships and understanding of local Aboriginal community networks and structures
• A current NSW Driver Licence and NSW Working With Children Check

Benefits and culture:

Working to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there’s more.

• Welcoming you exactly as you are
• Access to generous NFP salary packaging options
• 5 additional ex-gratia leave days
• Wellbeing programs as well as access to Uniting’s URewards retail partner program.
• Career development opportunities such as training, education.
• Amazing workplace culture