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Department of Communities and Justice
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Aboriginal Residential Centre Assistant- Clerk Grade 1/2
Corrective Services Industries
Miruma Residential Facility - Cessnock
Location - Miruma Residential Facility, Cessnock
Employment Type - Ongoing, Full-Time roles
Salary - $70,694 - $76,857 pa + Superannuation + Leave Loading
About the Role
What you'll do
As part of this role, the successful candidate will aid the residents of the Centre and facilitate effective and efficient implementation of the aims and objectives of the program.
This role is committed to improving outcomes for the benefit of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to Residents. The duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Implement case plans as required with strong record keeping skills based on interactions with residents using OIMS system
- Mentor residents to ensure compliance with program objectives as well as assist residents to develop life skills for independent living within the community
- Guide residents in relation to social interactions with staff, external stakeholders and other residents so skills flow for self-sufficient living in the community
- Where required, transport residents to and from external venues to facilitate effective outcomes of the program
- Resolve serious situations relating to the health, safety and wellbeing of residents to ensure duty of care responsibilities of the program are fulfilled
- Develop and sustain relationships with the Aboriginal community in collaboration with other residential staff to deliver program interventions
This role is a rotating rostered position, working day and nights shifts across 7 days.
What we're looking for
- Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one within 3 months of employment with Corrective Services NSW
- Current driver license and preparedness to drive a vehicle while performing the role.
- Proven cultural capability, which includes lived experience, knowledge and understanding of contemporary social issues affecting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, including skills in identifying and/or responding to the diverse needs of Aboriginal people experiencing significant trauma and disadvantage.
- As an Identified role, this role is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia's First Nations people. Where a position is identified, an applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and authorised by Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply, you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:
- A challenging and rewarding career
- Flexible, autonomous work environment
- Competitive pay and conditions
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
- Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.
We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.
Apply now and join Australia's top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages).
Where a position is identified, an applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification under the exception in Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
There are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role as follows. Either will be accepted:
Confirmation of Aboriginality form
or
Written confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:
- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal
people https://www.dcj.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-dcj/pathways/careers-for-aboriginal-people.html
Applications close 11:59pm, Tuesday 2nd April 2024.
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Krista Konemann via ***************@dcj.nsw.gov.au
If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Jessica Saliba via **************@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
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.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website (for all roles except Aboriginal Identified)
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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Join the team at the Miruma Residential Facility in Cessnock where you can use your skills and assist the residents in the centre. This role suits Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Rewarding role with great salary and entitlements!
We offer:
Join the team at the Miruma Residential Facility in Cessnock where you can use your skills and assist the residents in the centre. This role suits Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Rewarding role with great salary and entitlements!
