Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Wungening Moort Coordinator, this position will work within the Wungening Moort Aboriginal In-Home Support Service (AISS).
This service operates through a consortium of four Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations:
You will work alongside the Moort Case workers and Aboriginal Moort Support workers to provide intensive, culturally protected support and case management to vulnerable Aboriginal families in Perth metropolitan area.
The focus of this role is to strengthen families and support moorditj djerripin koorlungas (strong, happy children).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage a caseload of complex families requiring intensive support
Engage, assess, plan and deliver structured case management interventions
Provide a mix of parenting support, advocacy and practical in-home assistance
Promote family healing through cultural connection and strengthened relationships
Support families to:
Build resilience and respond to crisis
Create safe and protective home environments
Improve connection to community and support networks
Facilitate case conferences and therapeutic group work
Contribute to continuous service improvement and team capability development
Model practice excellence and mentor colleagues
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
This role contributes to achieving key service outcomes:
Improved parenting skills to ensure child safety
Reduced impact of family issues on children
Increased school attendance and engagement
Strengthened culturally safe support networks
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or related discipline or 3-5 years of significant relevant experience in a child protection / family support setting.
Considerable experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to promote healing and family safety and wellbeing.
Understanding and knowledge of the issues and challenges experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander families and children in contact with the child protections system.
Demonstrated high level communication, facilitation and negotiation skills including written, oral and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage stakeholder relationships and promote the reputation of the Wungening Moort program and work part of a team to deliver a quality service.
Ability to facilitate case conferences and therapeutic groups from an anti-oppressive framework that promotes empowerment and self-determination.
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and act decisively.
Demonstrable commitment to empowering and respecting children and young people.
Demonstrated ability to provide safe environments for children and young people and protect them from abuse and neglect.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
WA Working with Children Card
Police Clearance (dated within the last 3 months)
WA Drivers Licence
Department of Communities Screening (we'll help successful candidates to apply)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Applications must include a cover letter (max. 2 pages addressing selection criteria and a current resume
Applications close: Wednesday 7th October 2026
Please note: Being suitable for a position does not guarantee an offer of employment. Some interviews and position appointments may occur prior to the nominated closing date.
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