Streeties is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation that has been supporting Aboriginal children, youth and families in Geraldton for over three decades. Our current programs focus on encouraging young people and families to recognise and build on their existing strengths and connections within the community.

AFLDM convenors organise and facilitate family meetings so that Aboriginal families involved with the Department of Communities can participate and have a voice in the decisions made about their children. AFLDM convenors are independent of the Department of Communities, which is important to the integrity of the process. The convenor prepares the family for the meeting and provides a culturally safe space where they are supported to contribute to a family plan for the safety of the children.

This is a full-time role working 38 hours per week.

Aboriginality is a requirement for this position (Section 50d of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate family meetings where families feel safe, respected and empowered to participate in planning for the safety, care and protection of children.
• Engage respectfully with families to build relationships of trust, understand the context of their involvement with the Department of Communities, and highlight strengths and resources in the family group.
• Work alongside Aboriginal families with compassion, respect, and patience.

Skills and Experience

• A strong understanding of how Aboriginal families have been discriminated against and excluded through child protection decision-making processes.
• A proven ability to interact with Aboriginal families with both cultural safety and professional competence.
• Be keen to work within Streeties values and principles, to continue gaining new knowledge and skills, and to be a flexible, creative member of the team.
• Have strong communication, writing and computer skills for good record keeping, case notes, forms and reports.
• Preferred but not essential: Experience in community services or similar role. We recognise that candidates may possess skills and experience that align with this role and our work at Streeties.

Benefits

• Level 5 - Social and Community Services (Western Australian) Interim Award
• Work in a passionate, community-focussed team committed to upholding the rights of Aboriginal young people and families in Geraldton
• Salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

You will carry out these responsibilities in accordance with Streeties policies and comply with requirements for satisfying Departmental Records Screening, obtaining a National Police Check and maintaining a Working with Children Check.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this position may be filled prior to the closing date.

Recruitment agency applications will not be considered.

If you're interested in the role or have any questions, please call Sean Wagenaar at Streeties on 9921 2890 or click the "Apply Now"button t submit an application.