Community Drop-in Support (Aboriginal Identified Position)

Sydney Region Aboriginal Corporation – Doonside NSW

About SRAC

Sydney Region Aboriginal Corporation is a community-controlled, not-for-profit organisation based in Penrith and Doonside. Our mission is to improve the health, social, emotional, and economic wellbeing of Aboriginal people through culturally grounded, community-led services.

SRAC delivers a broad range of programs across early childhood education, family support, aged care, disability advocacy, cultural connection, and community development. We create safe, empowering spaces that foster identity, resilience, and belonging.

Position Description

Reporting to the Community Programs Coordinator, theCommunity Drop-in Support Workeris responsible for delivering culturally protected, trauma-informed frontline support to Aboriginal individuals and families accessingYanla ACFC.

This role manages theday-to-day operation of the drop-in space, including thecommunity pantry, informal supports, crisis responses, coordination of drop-in supports, and assisting with the day-to-day delivery of visiting outreach services.

This includes intake and assessment, internal and external referrals and help runcommunity events, whilst providing a consistent presence that builds connection, safety,



and trust.

This role is primarily based at Yanala ACFC, with occasional support at events across Greater Western Sydney.

Selection Criteria

Aboriginality.

This position is an identified Aboriginal position. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorized under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977

Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal culture and values absolutely …

Experience in a frontline, community-facing, or crisis support role.

Strong skills in de-escalation, emotional support, and engaging with people in distress.

Experience with intake, brief assessment, and making internal/external referrals.

Ability to manage day-to-day logistics and liaise with external service providers.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills – written and verbal.

Organised and reliable, able to work independently and in a team.

Strong communication, record keeping, organisational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and reporting requirements.

Must have or be willing to obtain a National Police Check and NSW Working with Children Check.

Musthold a NSW unrestricted driver licence

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📌 Community Drop-in Support (Aboriginal Identified Position) (Sydney)
🏢 Sydney Region Aboriginal
📍 Sydney