This is an identified position under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act **** (WA)
Karla Kuliny Aboriginal Corporation (KKAC) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation working with First Nations children, young people, families and communities, grounded in culturally strong, trauma-informed and strengths-based practice.
Naala Djookan Healing Centre is the first suburban-based family and domestic violence (FDV) hub operationalised in Western Australia, delivered through a consortium of ten local service organisations led by the City of Stirling.
The Centre provides healing programs, advocacy, financial counselling, legal support and community education in a trauma-informed, culturally protected and person-centred model.
About the Role
We are seeking a Cultural Lead (0.6 FTE) to lead the development and embedding of Aboriginal cultural knowledge and cultural safety across the Centre, supporting women, children and non-offending family members to heal and recover from the impacts of family and domestic violence.
You will report operationally to the Senior Coordinator, Naala Djookan Healing Centre, and to the General Manager, KKAC for employment matters.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver cultural reflective supervision to the NDHC team
Provide strategic guidance on cultural governance, policies and frameworks
Inform program development and raise awareness of emerging issues across NDHC services
Deliver cultural learning sessions and workshops for staff
Build and maintain relationships with ACCO consortium partners and other key stakeholders
Guide Advocates to provide culturally safe case management, supporting client safety, self-determination and empowerment




Provide cultural leadership in trauma assessment, needs identification, risk assessment and safety planning
Contribute to the NDHC Leadership Team and Aboriginal Reference Group
Participate in team meetings, supervision and a best-practice, trauma-resilient learning environment
Selection Criteria
Essential
Relevant tertiary qualification (social work, psychology, social sciences, community services) or 5+ years' equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience supervising staff supporting clients with cultural and complex needs
Solid experience delivering trauma-informed, culturally sensitive services
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with ability to build effective partnerships
Sound understanding of community, family connection and systems
Ability to work effectively across culturally diverse environments
Proficiency in MS Office and client record management systems
Knowledge of FDV issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children
Working With Children Check
Current National Police Clearance (under 3 months)
Senior First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Current 'C' Class Driver's Licence
Unrestricted Australian work rights
Personal values aligned with KKAC and NDHC
Desirable
Understanding of trauma and attachment theory and its relationship to FDV
Knowledge of government and community resources supporting families affected by FDV/homelessness
How to Apply
Click 'Apply Now' and submit your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the key criteria.
For further information about this role or a full description, please contact Mari-Anna Gibson at ••••@karlakuliny.org.au

📌 Cultural Lead (0.6 Fte) (Perth)
🏢 Karla Kuliny Aboriginal
📍 Perth