• Albany
• Fixed Term, Full Time
• ​Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT US

Yorgum was established in 1991 by a group of Aboriginal women, some of whom worked in women’s refuges, who were concerned about the lack of appropriate counselling support for Aboriginal people experiencing spiritual, emotional and psychological pain. They founded a service with a ‘healing’ approach rather than an ongoing, crisis-driven ‘patch-up’ approach.

Yorgum offers all Aboriginal people and their families autonomous, community-based healing services that are culturally secure, trauma-informed and works within an Aboriginal Family Worldview.

THE ROLE

This position is responsible for providing case management and support to clients and their families. This includes the provision of support and advocacy to improve outcomes for the safety and well-being of children and families.  

SELECTION CRITERIA

To be considered for the role, you will be able to demonstrate the following experience and abilities:

1. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Children and Communities Act 2004.
2. Demonstrated experience in engaging with Aboriginal families, community and services.
3. Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal Terms of Reference and cultural competency.
4. Demonstrated experience in client case management.
5. Demonstrated organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities. 
6. Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.  
7. Demonstrated experience in the use of computerised information management systems, including databases.    
8. Certificate IV in Community Services or demonstrated experience in the relevant social services.  
9. Work outside of standard business hours if required.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Competitive Salary
• Generous salary packaging scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cultural Supervision
• Flexible and friendly team environment 

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the relevant skills and experience please apply via the "Apply Now" button.

Unsolicited referrals from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Yorgum is committed to the protection of children and young people.

If you require this information in an alternative format, please contact us.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.