Aboriginal Family-Led Decision-Making Co-Convenor Posted on December 16, 2024 Job location at Katherine Remuneration: Salary $93,377.80 to $101,787.92 per annum (dependent on experience). Equivalent salary range with packaging approx. $106,439 to $101,787.92 per annum. As a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) NAAFLS can offer up to $15,899 per annum of the salary, Tax-free as a fringe benefit (conditions apply). Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 8:15am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm Employment Type: Full-time ongoing position (subject to funding) Superannuation: 11.5% Leave Entitlement: 6 weeks per annum plus 17.5% leave loading Reports To: CINOP Project Manager Special Measures: This position is identified for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1996 (NT). Information for Applicants: Applications for this position must address the selection criteria in a one-page summary sheet outlining how you meet the selection criteria and send this with your current resume/cv to Additional Information: Email for any additional information ABOUT THE ROLE The Northern Territory Indigenous Family Legal Support Service (NTIFLSS) is a new program being designed by the North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS) through funding received from the Paul Ramsay Just Futures grant.
The NTIFLSS will be a specialist program for Indigenous families involved – or at risk of involvement – with child protection that provides families with culturally appropriate, early and preventative legal advice, advocacy and support.
The NTIFLSS will work with the whole family to support them to understand and respond to the child protection concerns held by the Department of Children Families (DCF).
The NTIFLSS will facilitate Aboriginal Family-Led Decision-Making (AFLDM) processes to support families to make informed decisions that are in the best interests of their children.
The goal of AFLDM is to provide a culturally safe space that empowers families to develop plans that promote children's safety, wellbeing and connection to family, community, culture and country.
The Aboriginal family-led decision-making co-convenor will work in partnership with a legal practitioner to support families and deliver the program.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES Work in a small team to develop the approach to culturally appropriate and strength-based family-led decision-making for the NTIFLSS. Work as part of the NTIFLSS Team to support families to develop strength-based safety plans in the best interests of the children. Provide strong cultural advice and support to the NTIFLSS project team and clients of the NTIFLSS. Understand the NT child protection system and social/systemic issues faced by Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory. Understand the impact of domestic, family and sexual violence on Aboriginal families and the cross-over with child protection. Ensure accurate client files and timely data entry using NAAFLS electronic file management. Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of processes and procedures to ensure consistent and accurate services to clients. Build a positive culture within the service which is aligned with NAAFLS' values and Strategic Plan. Participate in all staff and team meetings as required. Undertake remote community travel from time to time, including overnight. Undertake training/professional development in consultation with the CEO. Promote and maintain safe work practices in accordance with NAAFLS WH&S Policies and Procedures. Undertake other duties as reasonably directed. DUTIES Work as part of the NTIFLSS Team to develop a model and program of Aboriginal Family-led Decision Making. Work collaboratively with the NTIFLSS team to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families to develop safety plans that promote the safety of victim survivors of DSFV and that are in the best interests of their children. Work effectively with a range of stakeholders and develop strong and respectful professional relationships. Develop professional and meaningful relationships with Aboriginal people and their families. Adhere to NAAFLS policies and procedures. Build a positive culture within the service which is aligned with NAAFLS' values and Strategic Plan. Participate in all staff and team meetings as required. Undertake regular remote community travel, including overnight. Undertake training/professional development in consultation with the Project Manager. Maintain safe work practices in accordance with NAAFLS WH&S Policies and Procedures. Undertake other duties as reasonably directed. SELECTION CRITERIA Experience delivering support to families that is client-centred, strength-based and trauma informed. Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in a service delivery environment, including strong relationship building and advocacy skills. Strong negotiation, problem solving and advocacy skills. Demonstrated understanding of the NT child protection system. Demonstrated understanding of the impact of domestic, family and sexual violence on Aboriginal families and the cross-over with child protection. Demonstrated ability maintaining high standards of file management, including client confidentiality. Strong understanding of data management and reporting systems. Ability to maintain strong and respectful professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders. A comprehensive understanding of confidentiality, mandatory reporting and the issues relating to family violence. Must obtain a Working With Children Clearance (WWCC) and a clear Criminal History Check. Possess a current 'C' Class NT Drivers Licence. Tertiary qualification in Social Work or the Behavioural Sciences from a recognised institution. Experience in mediation and/or family dispute resolution. Experience in project design and management, including monitoring and evaluation. #J-18808-Ljbffr