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Aboriginal Caseworker Murrumbidgee Region We are recruiting for vacancies in Albury, Cootamundra, Deniliquin, Griffith, Leeton, Tumut and Wagga Wagga. We do work that really matters DCJs first priority is the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people. The more Aboriginal caseworkers we have, the more Aboriginal kids grow up safely at home with mob. What youll do Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people Collaborate with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving Assist families in formulating goals that align with their needs, addressing safety and wellbeing concerns, and provide appropriate assistance through home visits Develop safety plans and complete risk assessments Manage cases and situations, including working with highneeds and highrisk clients and their families Be involved in court processes, including the preparation of court documents and attending court Participate in individual and group supervision Being an Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker can be demanding. You may need to make tough decisions with families to help them overcome hardships so that they can care for their children and develop safe and loving homes. What were looking for Confidence, curiosity and resilience Relevant diploma or degree qualification preferred (or at least two years of experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their families if no relevant qualification) The ability to build positive working relationships, supported by excellent verbal and written communication skills A valid drivers licence A paid working with children clearance number Documented verification of Aboriginality confirming that you are an Aboriginal person of Aboriginal descent and that you identify as being Aboriginal Eligibility: open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons a genuine occupational qualification under Section 14(d) of the AntiDiscrimination Act 1977 Verification of Aboriginality can be provided by: Confirmation of Aboriginality form Written confirmation from 23 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, addressing the following criteria: Is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person Is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community Benefits Rewarding salary from $89,934 $116,969 pa plus superannuation & annual leave loading Opportunities to work flexibly 17 weeks of industryleading training in the Caseworker Development Program Customised career development and support for your personal and professional growth Generous leave entitlements, including flex leave Positive culture for wellness including a Fitness Passport, tailored health app and mental health support Inclusion and Diversity We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. To learn what DCJ is doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit the Inclusion and Diversity page on the DCJ website. #J-18808-Ljbffr