4x Aboriginal Service Support Specialist - Parramatta, Australia - NSW Department of Communities and Justice

NSW Department of Communities and Justice
NSW Department of Communities and Justice
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Parramatta, Australia

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Homes NSW- Location: Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150- Req ID: 65371
Aboriginal Service Support Specialist

  • 4 x Temporary Fulltime roles are available until June 202 Industry leading training with ongoing career development and support
  • Based across Campbelltown, Penrith, Tamworth, and Nowra.
  • Salary $106,025 $117,363 plus Super and annual leave loading (Clerk Grade 7/8)

About Role


To be successful in this role you will have strong people skills and will be able to build sustainable, professional relationships with SOW, AHO, clients, families and key stakeholders.


You will have the ability to manage complex and sensitive matters, while effectively utilising your strong negotiation skills to meet the objectives of clients within the program guidelines.


It is highly crucial for you to demonstrate an understanding of Aboriginal cultural beliefs and attitudes and of the socio-economic position of Aboriginal people, and of their impacts in relation to complex needs.


Your ability to have a thorough knowledge of the Aboriginal political and historical impacts upon policy developments in NSW and nationally will make you successful in this role.

There is a great opportunity for a team player to truly make an impact within the Aboriginal community.


Writing assessments, plans and reports is a key part of this role so the ability to write professionally will be required.


Other than that, there is a small amount of travel but, your lived experience, emotional intelligence, resilience and a positive attitude is what matters most in this role.


Essential Requirements


This is an identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role.

Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

  • is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

  • Sensitivity to and understanding of Aboriginal Culture and an excellent understanding of Aboriginal community governance and structures.
  • A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) is an essential requirement for this role. The role has been identified as requiring this check in line with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
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What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

  • A challenging and rewarding career
  • Flexible, autonomous work environment
  • Competitive pay and conditions
  • Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
  • Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.


We do work that really matters

About AHO
The Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO) is part of the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ)


The AHO is a statutory authority, established under the Aboriginal Housing Act 1998 (NSW) and plans, administers, and expands the policies, program, and asset base for Aboriginal housing in NSW.


The AHO works in partnership with Aboriginal Community Housing Providers (ACHP) and Aboriginal communities in delivering housing program and developing housing policy and standards.

AHO has also strived to build the skills of Aboriginal people in the sector to improve the management of both their properties and their organisations for a better tomorrow for everyone.


Are you ready to join us?

Applications close Monday 4th of March 2024 at 11.59 AEST


Got a question?
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.


Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds.

This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.


To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.


Other Information


A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website (for all roles except Aboriginal Identified)
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