Centacare invites Expressions of Interest from passionate and culturally knowledgeable individuals for the role of Aboriginal Cultural Practitioner within our Foster Care program.
The Role
This role plays a vital part in strengthening culturally safe and responsive care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people.
Working within the Foster Care team, you will provide cultural guidance, advocacy and support to carers, staff and families. You will help ensure children remain connected to their culture, community and Country, while contributing to culturally informed assessments, care planning and service delivery.
You will work closely with Elders, community members and multidisciplinary teams to embed culturally respectful and inclusive practices across the service.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide cultural advocacy and guidance to support culturally safe care
- Strengthen connections to community and Country through cultural activities and engagement
- Work alongside Elders, community members and care teams
- Contribute to carer assessments and care planning
- Co-deliver cultural learning and training to carers and staff
About You
What You Need to Bring
Essential:
- Extensive experience within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community
- Experience working with families involved in the Child Protection system
- Valid DHS Working With Children Check
Desirable:
- Qualification in Social Work, Community Services or similar
- Experience in report writing and A5 Step-by-Step Assessments
- Understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principles
- Experience delivering cultural training
- Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams
Why you want to choose Centacare?
- SCHADS Award Level 5 – approx. $51.00 per hour + super
- Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive and experienced leadership team
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Work under the guidance of the Aboriginal Governance Committee
- Support cultural obligations, including Sorry Business and community responsibilities
- Provide cultural supervision and development opportunities
- Offer an extra paid day during NAIDOC Week to attend community events
- Foster a respectful, inclusive and culturally safe workplace
How to Submit Your Expression of Interest
Please submit your EOI along with you updated resume (as one document) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role.
For a confidential discussion, please contact: Alicia Remedios – Assessment Manager on 08 8159 1486
Applications will be reviewed as received.
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