The opportunity

We are seeking to develop a casual pool of Family Workers to join our Permanency Support Program (Out of Home Care Team) under the Casework Support Scheme (CSS).

In this vital role, you will:

• Provide supervised contact, supervised transport, mentoring and respite support to children and young people aged 0–17 in or at risk of entering out-of-home care.
• Build positive, culturally safe relationships with children, families, and carers.
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing and connection of children to family, culture, and community.
• Maintain clear, objective records and reports of all engagements.
• Work collaboratively with RivMed staff, government and community partners.

The successful applicants will work within a supportive and passionate team at Riverina Medical & Dental Aboriginal Corporation to deliver these services and to ensure the best culturally appropriate therapeutic outcomes for Aboriginal children, young people and their families.

Who we are

Riverina Medical and Dental Aboriginal Corporation (RivMed) is a long-established Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation in the heart of Wiradjuri Country. 

RivMed work to effect change in the most marginalised and vulnerable people in our community. We work to achieve this through the provision of culturally appropriate medical and well-being services for Aboriginal people and their families.

About You:

This is not an Aboriginal identified role however Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

1. Minimum Certificate III in Community Services or at least three years working experience in the Community Services field.
2. Commitment to the safety of children and young people
3. Awareness of issues pertaining to child protection and statutory child protection system.
4. Understanding of child development
5. Excellent observational skills
6. Proven ability to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) and/or Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) organizations and communities
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing skills
8. Current First Aid Certificate.

We offer an excellent range of benefits including but not limited to:

• Full access to salary sacrifice arrangements up to a grossed-up value of $30,000,
• Access up to $2,650 of pre-tax meal and entertainment expenses
• Remote Area Benefits available - Additional salary packaging for rent or interest on a mortgage
• Accelerated long service leave entitlements and early access to such leave, 
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program, with the cost of external counselling sessions paid by the Corporation.
• Ability to accrue and take Time Off in Lieu (within reason & at manager discretion).
• Excellent training and development opportunities

Applications

Please provide a copy of your up-to-date resume and a cover letter outlining your motivation for applying, incorporating the skills, capabilities and experience you will bring to the role.

Applicants should have the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrate accountability and willingness to take direction and provide written reports.

Applicants must also hold a current drivers licence with an ability and willingness to travel throughout the Murrumbidgee area. (RivMed vehicles provided)

We will be interviewing as applications are received until we have built up a pool of suitable casual Family Workers.

If you would like a copy of the position description or have any queries regarding this position, please contact Robbie-Lee Richards, on 0448 816 966 or email robbie-lee.richards@rivmed.org.au

Employment conditions

Employment is subject to a clear Working with Children and Criminal Record Check.  Successful applicants must demonstrate vaccination for Covid-19 in line with current Department of Health regulations.