Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Specialist Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe and respectful support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
• Foster strong connections with local community organisations, Elders, and Traditional Owners.
• Implement the Intensive Family Support Cultural Practice Framework to enhance service delivery.
• Engage families using a strengths-based, client-centred, and family-focused approach to co-create case plans.
• Assess risk and safety within family environments and provide therapeutic interventions.
• Maintain comprehensive case files, including referrals, reports, and monitoring service outputs.
• Comply with child and youth safety policies and National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

Requirements

• Must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (this is a genuine occupational qualification).
• Strong knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and the impact of intergenerational trauma.
• Experience working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and building local partnerships.
• Proven case management experience supporting families with complex challenges (e.g., mental health, disability, or domestic violence).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and client case management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree or qualification in Human Services, Social Work, Social Sciences, Psychology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($90K+ Super) with NFP salary packaging options.
• Rewarding work making a tangible difference in the community.
• Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support.
• Additional leave, including Mission Australia Thank You Day and Work Anniversary Day.
• Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave and participate in volunteering.

About the Company

Mission Australia is a national Christian charity dedicated to ensuring everyone has a safe home and the opportunity to thrive. Since 1859, we have stood alongside people in need across Australia, providing innovative, evidence-based support services to tackle the root causes of homelessness and disadvantage.