Social Worker - Early Intervention for Aboriginal Families

Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation in Singleton, NSW seeks a compassionate Social Worker to join the Aboriginal Families First Initiative - 2000 Days program. You will provide family-centred psychosocial support, advocacy and practical assistance to Aboriginal women, children and families from pregnancy through early childhood.

The role focuses on early intervention, prevention and connection, working with Midwives, Aboriginal Health Workers and other professionals to ensure culturally safe

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Social Work.
• Eligible for professional membership/registration.
• Experience with children, families or communities.
• Experience in family support, child and family services, health or community services.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build trust with families in complex circumstances.
• Culturally safe practice when working with Aboriginal families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessment and provide support.
• Support families experiencing social or emotional challenges.
• Identify factors affecting the wellbeing of parents, babies and children.
• Help parents build confidence and resilience.
• Provide information, advocacy and practical support.
• Help families access services and community resources.
• Develop referral pathways and coordinate care.
• Work with multidisciplinary team and professionals.
• Maintain clinical and case documentation.
• Follow child protection, mandatory reporting, privacy and professional requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Trust-building

Trauma-informed approach

Confidentiality

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation in Singleton, NSW seeks a compassionate Social Worker to join the Aboriginal Families First Initiative - 2000 Days program. You will provide family-centred psychosocial support, advocacy and practical assistance to Aboriginal women, children and families from pregnancy through early childhood.

The role focuses on early intervention, prevention and connection, working with Midwives, Aboriginal Health Workers and other professionals to ensure culturally safe