About the role:

Full-time permanent position located in Oran Park NSW
Base annual rate of $85,308 to $93,159 negotiable based on experience & qualifications
12% super plus access to generous NFP salary packaging options
This is a First Nations Identified Position – you need to be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity (this is an identified role under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act)
About the opportunity:

At Uniting, we believe every child deserves to grow up safe, connected and surrounded by strength, culture and opportunity. We are seeking a passionate Aboriginal Family Worker to join our Family Connect & Support (FCS) team in Southwest Sydney and play a meaningful role in walking alongside Aboriginal children, young people and families during times of challenge.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to create culturally safe pathways for families, strengthen community connections and help prevent issues from escalating by ensuring families receive the right support at the right time.

If you are deeply connected to community, passionate about supporting Aboriginal families, and committed to keeping children safe and thriving, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

Support Aboriginal children, young people and families experiencing vulnerability through culturally safe and responsive casework
Build strong, trusting relationships with families using flexible engagement approaches including home visits, outreach and community-based support
Develop strengths-based case plans that prioritise child safety, family wellbeing and connection to community
Coordinate supports and services to help families access the right assistance when they need it most
Work collaboratively with internal teams, referral agencies and community partners to ensure families experience seamless support
Act as a cultural resource within the broader Family Connect & Support team to strengthen culturally responsive practice
Maintain strong connections with local Aboriginal communities and services to create meaningful pathways of support
Your Qualifications & Experience

This is a First Nations Identified Position – you need to be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity (this is an identified role under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act)
A qualification in Social Work, Community Services, Youth Work or related field, or relevant equivalent experience
Experience working with Aboriginal children, young people and families in a culturally responsive and strengths-based way
Knowledge of child protection and a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing
Confidence managing short-term casework and coordinating supports for families with complex needs
Established relationships and understanding of local Aboriginal community networks and structures
A current NSW Driver Licence and NSW Working With Children Check

Benefits and culture

Working to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there’s more.

Welcoming you exactly as you are
Access to generous NFP salary packaging options
5 additional ex-gratia leave days
Wellbeing programs as well as access to Uniting’s URewards retail partner program.
Career development opportunities such as training, education.
Amazing workplace culture