Aboriginal Health Worker - Domestic & Family Violence Support Worker - Male

This position will be responsible for the implementation of Durri’s Aboriginal Wellbeing & Violence Prevention program within the Macleay and Nambucca Valley and to operate a referral pathway to assist in reducing the incidents and impacts of Family violence in our Aboriginal Communities.

The Key objective of the role is to:

- Follow the set strategic direction (and protocol) of the program and follow the direction of the Program Manager.
- Better health outcomes and access for Aboriginal people and communities are to be achieved through a supportive, healing and holistic approach.
- This work is underpinned by a culturally sensitive strategy and utilises Trauma Informed principles.
- Work in partnership and coordination with all key stakeholders and deliver a tailored, professional and culturally appropriate service across the Durri footprint.
- Respond to Aboriginal family violence and to engage local Aboriginal families and communities, enabling these groups to address healing through cultural resilience.
- Contribute to strengthening the knowledge base of effective approaches in supporting victim survivors, families and communities impacted by Family Violence or trauma related events.
- Promote wellbeing and Family Violence community education and awareness sessions as appropriate and in partnership with other service providers.
- Work collaboratively with other service providers and government agencies to assist with the development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of Towards Zero Tolerance for Family Violence and building resilience prevention education and community programs.

Qualifications & Experience –

- 2. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent claimed under Section 14D of the Anti-discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
- 3. Applicants must be male,



as gender is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
- 4. Holds or willingness to complete mandatory Education Centre Against Violence (ECAV) core training for Aboriginal Wellbeing & Violence Prevention Workers.
- 5. Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.
- 6. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, historical contexts which may influence health, and relevant Aboriginal health particularly Social and Emotional Wellbeing and mental health distress.
- 7. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with vulnerable Aboriginal clients, families and communities, and build and maintain robust networks with other services and health professionals ensuring cultural considerations are included in service delivery.
- 8. Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics and impact of intergenerational trauma, family violence, sexual assault and child abuse in relation to Aboriginal families and an understanding of relevant policy and legislation which guides service response to vulnerable clients and communities
- 9. Demonstrated knowledge and ability to maintain confidentiality; prepare documentation and information management; relevant Child Protection and Domestic Violence policies; and complete mandatory reporting requirements through use of appropriate software programs (e.g. word processing, data management systems)
- 10. Current Driver's Licence and ability to travel as required such as attend State Aboriginal Wellbeing and Violence Prevention forums.
- 11. Completed application form
- 12. Resume

Closing Date: 3rd August 2026 by 5:00pm – No late applications will be accepted.

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📌 Aboriginal Health Worker - Domestic & Family Violence Support Worker - Male (Kempsey Shire Council)
🏢 Durri ACMS
📍 Kempsey Shire Council