Koori Men's Diversion Case Worker – Holistic Justice

Mallee District Aboriginal Services; Mildura; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) in Mildura is seeking a dedicated Koori Men's Diversion Case Worker to deliver intensive, culturally safe case management for Aboriginal men. This full-time role focuses on trauma-informed support to divert participants from criminal justice contact, grounded in community strength and cultural safety.

The position is Aboriginal Identified and a Gender-Specific Role open to male applicants, with ongoing facility-based work in Mildura.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and liaising with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations to achieve project objectives and goals.
• Demonstrated ability to fulfill program requirements regarding case notes, reporting, and other data records including the use and maintenance of records on relevant IT systems.
• Ability to take action to provide services that are inclusive of Aboriginal people and engage in learning about other cultures to better establish relationships and improve services.
• Relevant qualification and/or experience in community services, social work, criminal justice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver intensive, holistic case management to a caseload of 6–8 Aboriginal men.
• Deliver and manage case plans, undertake assessments and referrals.
• Coordinate the delivery of cultural and gender appropriate treatment and support services for Aboriginal male participants and advocating on their behalf.
• Working collaboratively with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal service providers and government departments to establish network and referral pathways.
• Contribute to improved justice outcomes by liaising with justice agencies and supporting Aboriginal participants in contact with the criminal justice system.

Job description

Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) in Mildura is seeking a dedicated Koori Men's Diversion Case Worker to deliver intensive, culturally safe case management for Aboriginal men. This full-time role focuses on trauma-informed support to divert participants from criminal justice contact, grounded in community strength and cultural safety.

The position is Aboriginal Identified and a Gender-Specific Role open to male applicants, with ongoing facility-based work in Mildura.