Aboriginal caseworker careers
what is the job?
Many of the families we work with are from an Aboriginal background and it is important for us to have more Aboriginal caseworkers so we can provide culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal people.
Aboriginal caseworkers work with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children, young people and their families.
As an Aboriginal caseworker, you will work as part of a team with other caseworkers in one of more than 85 Community Services Centres across NSW.
what sort of work would I be doing?
As a caseworker, you will:
- gather information: obtaining and reviewing information, follow up reports made to Child Protection Helpline about children and young people at risk of harm
- interview people: talking to children, parents, carers and other people to work out what issues may be going on with the child, young person and their family
- completing assessments: working with families to assess risk factors and strengths of the child’s situation and using assessments are used to work out what further action may be needed
- work with families: creating a case plan that involves actions for positive changes for both the child and their family so that the family remains together or is reunited in the shortest possible time. You will also work out ways for children and young people to keep their cultural identity and family connections.
- work with the community: using your strengths as an Aboriginal person to provide better services to Aboriginal children and families. You will help build relationships with agencies who work with Community Services to support and strengthen families and cultural connections.
where would I work?
Community Services has 85 Community Services Centres all around NSW, including offices in city and country locations. You will be spending some time in the office, but also time in family homes, and in the community.
what sort of experience do I need?
You need to be able to:
- work with and understand the needs of Aboriginal children and their families
- communicate well with people both within and outside of your community
how do I become an Aboriginal caseworker?
Community Services employs caseworkers throughout the year. Aboriginal caseworker positions are advertised in the following:
- Koori Mail
- National Indigenous Times
- all of our current vacancies are advertised on www.jobs.nsw.gov.au. You can view the list of jobs, download the information packages and apply using the secure online application form
- employment section of the Sydney Morning Herald on Saturdays under Government Notices, “Community Services”.
what are the employment conditions?
Employment as a caseworker offers a variety of career prospects, training opportunities and excellent conditions.
Find out more about Community Services employment conditions.
want more information?
For more information about Community Services and job opportunities call 02 9716 2222 and ask for the Aboriginal Services Branch.
