Job Description
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Engage with foster and kinship carers, support, and guidance
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Work closely with a dedicated team, to ensure effective care and support.
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Promote the program within the community
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Eligibility
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These are affirmative measures – First Nations applicants only positions. The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act ****. To be eligible to apply under the affirmative measures initiative, applicants must:
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be an Aboriginal person and/or a Torres Strait Islander person
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identify as an Aboriginal person and/or a Torres Strait Islander person, and
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be accepted by their community as being and Aboriginal and/or a Torres Strait Islander person
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Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status before being appointed to the role.
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This role is an Indigenous Identified position. Please do not apply if you do not identify as Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
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About the program
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The Minbani Bebe Kinship Program is an Aboriginal Carer Services program funded by the Department of Children and Families (DCF). Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation delivers three service streams: Family Finding, Carer Assessments and Carer Support.
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The program works alongside Aboriginal children, families and communities to identify safe, culturally connected kinship care options that promote children's identity, belonging and connection to family, culture and Country.
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Minbani Bebe is seeking a Kinship Support Worker to work collaboratively across all service streams. Key responsibilities include:
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Facilitate culturally safe family and kinship mapping.
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Coordinate family meetings to support family-led decision making.
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Build collaborative relationships with families, DCF and key stakeholders.
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Contribute to kinship and foster carer assessments.
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Provide information,



advocacy and ongoing support to carers.
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Maintain accurate case notes, records and reports.
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Promote the program and participate in community engagement activities.
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Benefits and perks
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Conditions of employment covered by the Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation Enterprise Agreement ****. Salary range starting at $***** per hour. Option to salary package a maximum of $15,899 from your gross salary each year; 5 weeks pro rata annual leave per year; and a 21-hour week. We have a dedicated employee assistance program and excellent training and development opportunities.
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Key Responsibilities
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Undertake Family Finding activities.
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Contribute to kinship and foster carer assessments.
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Maintain accurate case notes, client records and program documentation.
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Work collaboratively with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and other key stakeholders.
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Participate in regular team meetings, supervision and professional development.
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Maintain privacy, confidentiality and ethical practice.
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Provide culturally responsive information and support to carers and families.
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Promote the Minbani Bebe Kinship Program through community engagement activities.
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Organise carer group and community activities with the support of the Manager.
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Demonstrate sound administrative and computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
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Work flexible hours when required to support family meetings, community events and program activities.
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Foster culturally safe practice by respecting Aboriginal families, communities, cultures and kinship systems.
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Key Qualities




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LNAC values employees who demonstrate the following qualities:
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Demonstrate reliability, professionalism and accountability.
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Maintain confidentiality and communicate respectfully and effectively with families, colleagues and stakeholders.
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Show initiative, commitment and a positive, solutions-focused attitude.
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Work collaboratively within a team and seek guidance and support when required.
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Demonstrate an understanding of, and respect for, Aboriginal cultures, kinship systems, communities and cultural protocols.
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Build and maintain respectful, culturally safe relationships with children, families and communities.
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Represent Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation in a professional and positive manner.
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Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and contribute to a safe workplace for others.
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Key Selection Criteria
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Identify as Indigenous
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Relevant experience in family support work, social work or community work
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A relevant Certificate IV in Community Services, or Diploma in related discipline, with at least five years' work experience in a similar role.
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Resilience to work with vulnerable families and confidence to facilitate family meetings
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Ability to work in a team workplace
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Ability to communicate at all levels
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Have good written skills and have experience in writing case notes, assessments and reports
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NT Drivers Licence (C Class), a valid Working with Children (OCHRE) Card, Current NT Driver's Licence (C Class minimum), Current Police check
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It would be considered an advantage if applicants also possess:
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Identify as Larrakia
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Applicants are required to undergo Drug and Alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
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Previous applicants need not apply
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For further details on the role please contact Katrina ************.
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Applications close 13 September ****

📌 Kinship Support Worker (Idendtified Position) Larrakia Nation (Darwin)
🏢 Ntcoss
📍 Darwin