Aboriginal Child and Family WorkerEleanor Duncan Aboriginal Services LimitedLocation: Central Coast, Darkinjung Country (NSW)Employment Type: Full-TimeEmpowering Strong, Healthy, Long Lives.Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Services (EDAS) is seeking a passionate and community-connected Aboriginal Child and Family Worker to join our Child and Family Services team.
This is a designated Aboriginal-identified role suited to someone who thrives in a culturally grounded, person-led environment focused on healing, advocacy, and positive outcomes for Aboriginal families.About the RoleThis is a frontline role supporting Aboriginal children, young people, and families through culturally safe, trauma-informed care.
The position offers a diverse and rewarding scope, combining case management, family support, group work, outreach, and community education with a particular lens on early childhood development, domestic and family violence (DFV) prevention, and language and cultural revitalisation.You will work as part of a transdisciplinary team alongside clinicians, midwives, health workers, and allied health practitioners to deliver integrated, holistic care across the lifespan.Key responsibilities include:* Conducting wellbeing assessments and developing culturally respectful case plans* Delivering health education and facilitating group sessions focused on parenting, AOD awareness, DFV support, and healthy lifestyles* Supporting families to navigate systems such as housing, Centrelink, education, child protection, and NDIS* Coordinating referrals and collaborating with local services to ensure wrap-around support* Advocating for clients' needs, building community trust, and strengthening cultural identity through care* Supporting early learning transitions, promoting child development milestones, and ensuring safety for women and children impacted by DFV* Contributing to the revitalisation of Darkinjung language and cultural knowledge through group activities, family programs,



and community educationTo succeed in this role, you will have:* Demonstrated experience supporting Aboriginal families, children, or young people* Skills in family-focused and child-centred practice, including developmental and educational support* Knowledge of maternal, child, youth health, mental health, DFV, and AOD impacts* Confidence supporting families impacted by domestic and family violence, using trauma-informed strategies* Ability to develop and monitor case plans and support outcomes through coordinated care* Experience supporting language or cultural revitalisation and embedding cultural practice in daily work* Excellent written, verbal, and digital communication skills* High standards in client documentation and confidentialityEssential Requirements* Aboriginality and connection to community* Understanding of early childhood development frameworks and case management practices* Current NSW Working With Children Check* NDIS worker screening check or willing to obtain* Satisfactory National Police Check (no serious/criminal/court record)* Current NSW Driver's Licence* Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in community, health, education or social servicesDesirable* Trauma-informed and cultural safety engagement* Familiarity with systems such as NDIS, DFV services, and child protection* CPR and First Aid certification* Ability to use client management systems (e.g. Best Practice)Why Join EDAS?
* Be part of a proud Aboriginal organisation * Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families* Participate in cultural and language revitalisation efforts* Work in a collaborative, culturally safe, and supportive team* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities* Market-competitive salary under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry AwardTo Apply:Send your cover letter, resume, and responses to the selection criteria to:****** Date: 30/10/2026For more information, contact the Child and Family Services Manager Operations on ***************.

📌 Aboriginal Child And Family Worker (Central Coast)
🏢 Aboriginal
📍 Central Coast