Senior Family Service Case Manager

Job DescriptionJob Title: Aboriginal Family and Reunification PractitionerOrganization: Tradewind, a leading community services agencyLocation: Chirnside Park, Victoria, AustraliaPosition Type: Full-time, Temporary (minimum 3 months, likely to be extended or made permanent)Salary: SCHADs Level 5 - 💰 $59.37 per hour + superannuationAbout Tradewind: At Tradewind, we're not just a community services agency - we're a catalyst for positive change! We're on a mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities across Victoria. Our team is passionate about making a real difference, and we're looking for like-minded individuals to join us! 🌟Role Overview: Are you ready to make an impact? We're seeking an experienced Aboriginal Family and Reunification Practitioner to join our dynamic team in Chirnside Park. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of transforming lives and fostering thriving family environments within the Aboriginal community. It's not just a job - it's a chance to be part of something truly exciting! 🚀Benefits:

• Be part of a team that's making waves in the community, where every day brings new opportunities to shine. ✨
• Immerse yourself in a supportive and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. 🌈
• Fuel your professional growth with ongoing development and training opportunities. 📚
• Reap the rewards with a competitive salary and superannuation benefits. 💸
• Blaze your own trail with potential for career advancement and long-term prospects. 🚀

Key Responsibilities:

• Dive into the heart of Aboriginal families to assess their needs and craft personalised support plans. 🛠️
• Harness the power of culturally sensitive and trauma-informed interventions to nurture healing and growth. 🌱
• Be the bridge that connects families to vital support services, from housing to healthcare and beyond. 🏡
• Collaborate with a network of stakeholders to orchestrate seamless family reunification journeys. 🤝
• Stand up for the rights and cultural heritage of Aboriginal families within the child protection system. ✊
• Document your impact with precision and care, ensuring compliance and accountability. 📝
• Fuel continuous improvement by sharing insights and ideas with your passionate teammates. 💡

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bring your experience working within Aboriginal communities, where every interaction is a chance to make a difference. 🌏
• Arm yourself with a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or a related field - or show us your equivalent experience. 🎓
• Embrace the depth and richness of Aboriginal culture, understanding its nuances and complexities. 🌺
• Unleash your gift for building genuine connections with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. 💬
• Navigate the maze of child protection legislation and policies with confidence and clarity. 🧭
• Communicate with impact, using your interpersonal skills to inspire trust and collaboration. 🗣️
• Hit the road with your current driver's licence and a willingness to go the extra mile (literally!). 🚗

Why work with Tradewind?
Tradewind Australia is Melbourne's fastest-growing agency recruiting for the Social Services sector. We pride ourselves on the strong and long-standing relationships we have formed with our clients and candidates.How to apply:To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our websiteAlternatively, email your resume toFor any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Family Services Team on 03 9081 0562.TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.*Tradewind considers that being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational requirement as outlined in section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act (1991) and permitted as a 'special measure' under section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and by articles 1(4) and 2(2) of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.Get similar jobs like these by emailBy submitting your details you agree to ourConsultantShare this jobYou know how people say, "come to me with solutions, not problems" ...we're not like that.