Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 22nd Oct 2024
- Sydney > Penrith
This is a full-time permanent position (38 hours per week) located at Goodradigbee in Penrith with some travel across the region.
This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. All applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977
Goodradigbee Cultural and Heritage Aboriginal Corporation is working in partnership with Uniting to transfer Aboriginal children and young people in Uniting’s care who are living in Sydney by December 2024.
Goodradigbee is a culturally grounded, community-driven organisation dedicated to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities. We advocate for positive outcomes in housing, education, child safety, and well-being, with a holistic, person-centred approach. Our goal is to ensure that every child grows up safe, healthy, and proud of their identity.
Goodradigbee provides young mob with cultural camps, school holiday programs, cultural mentoring and family support. You can find out more online here https://www.gcahac.com.au/about/.
We’re looking for an experienced Aboriginal Caseworker to join our Permanency Support Program (PSP) team. The PSP is focused on providing safe, loving, and permanent homes for Aboriginal children and young people. You will be working with children, carers, and families to achieve positive permanency outcomes, including restoration or guardianship.
You are passionate about working with Aboriginal communities and children, and you bring a deep understanding of cultural safety, child protection, and permanency planning. You are committed to helping children and young people grow up in safe, supportive environments that nurture their cultural identity and well-being.
Working to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there’s more.
Should you have any questions, please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting's Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] using the subject line: Aboriginal Caseworker - Goodradigbee PSP enquiry via EthicalJobs / 0466 801 937
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.
Applications for this role will take you to the employer’s site.