Posted: 11/08/2026
Closing Date: 01/09/2026
Job Type: Contract
Job Category: Community Supports
**6-month fixed-term position)
Wandiyali is a Newcastle-based Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community Organisation. Our services operate throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Region and Port Stephens.
The aim of Wandiyali and its services is to 'Keep our Culture Strong'. We do this by focusing our services on children, families, strength, Culture, and community.
Are you looking for a meaningful career that makes a difference in the world within a growing Organisation and not just a job?
Are you passionate about supporting children and their families to thrive? Are you looking for a workplace with a collaborative and supportive culture that encourages a balance of office and home-based working, and practices work-life balance to promote wellbeing for all team members?
Then this may be the job for you!
Job Description
The Opportunity
As a Wandi Yaaro Caseworker you will engage with a minimum of 35 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and their families in each period who are assessed as vulnerable to drug and alcohol misuse and do not have sufficient resources or support networks immediately available to prevent them from further social, economic and emotional decline. Client engagement in the program is for a period of 13 weeks.
The Perks
12 weeks induction training
Monthly professional supervision
Ongoing training and opportunities for career advancement
Wandiyali supports all our employees to maintain their family connections and wellbeing through
5 weeks of annual leave.
Option to take 1 day of flex leave per month, and
Time off in leu arrangements
After the initial induction period you will also have access to a hybrid home / office work environment.
You will have the options to reduce tax and cost of living expenses through,
Salary Sacrifice packaging of up to $15,900 each FBT year




Meal and Entertainment Salary Sacrifice of up to $2,650 each FBT year
Employee Benefits programs providing discounts on a large variety of consumer services and products.
If you are looking for a career that is dedicated to truly making positive change and you have experienced working with Aboriginal children, young people, families, or communities we would like to hear from you.
Applications close: 5.00 pm Tuesday 25 August ****
Please note that applications may close earlier than the stated date if a suitable applicant is found.
For further information please contact;
Talana Kilroy
Senior People and Culture Officer
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An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and authorised by Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****
Desired Skills and Experience
A commitment to the Vision, Mission, and Values of our Organisation
Demonstrated knowledge, and or experience working with AOD and the other factors that contribute to AOD misuse
Cert 4 in AOD or willingness to work towards
Demonstrated knowledge and or experience working with Client/families in a case management model
Demonstrated knowledge or experience developing and maintain relationships with other service providers
The ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with other services our community and attend local network events
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a busy team and be self-motivated.
Demonstrated commitment and ability to maintain confidentiality and accountability, including client records, team and Organisational discussions
Demonstrated ability to participate positively in teamwork, training, and supervision processes.
Proven effective written and verbal communication skills
Experience in appropriate record keeping, report writing and working within a data base
Abilityand willingness to implement appropriate and respectful conflict resolution strategies within the community and working environment
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📌 Yaaro Case Worker - 6-Month Fixed-Term Position (Identified Role) (Newcastle)
🏢 Wandiyali
📍 Newcastle