MacKillop Family Services is recruiting a Family Worker based in Walgett to provide services in Walgett and Gingie and Namoi Reserves as part of the Indigenous Parenting Support Services Team. The program exists to improve educational outcomes and increase school attendance for Indigenous children from birth to 12 years, focusing on the early years particularly families with children from birth to 2 years.This in an ongoing part time opportunity based in Walgett within our Indigenous Parenting Service MacKillop Rural program.About YouThe ideal candidate will have the following qualities:Genuine commitment to holistically supporting Indigenous families and communitiesAbility to develop strong connections and trust with the local Indigenous community and familiesAbility to facilitate positive family relationshipsAbility to design and deliver relevant group programsRespecting the dignity of service users and maintain strict confidentiality.Selection CriteriaQualifications in Community Services or relevant discipline, or relevant work or life experienceA knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, communities and familiesEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to run group activities based on local needAbility to engage and work collaboratively and build strong working relationships with clients, services, community and familiesCompetent computer skillsCurrent driver's licenceThe incumbent must possess a:Valid and current New South Wales Driver's Licence.Valid and current New South Wales Working with Children Check.Valid and current NDIS Worker Check (for NDIS risk assessed roles).Satisfactory criminal history check conducted by MacKillop Family Services.For more information, please contact: Marina Linke ****** is our goal that MacKillop Family Services continues to evolve as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible.
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