Annual salary: $74,978 - $82,376 6 weeks annual leave Subsidised accommodation for candidates relocating Relocation and repatriation assistance (up to $5,000) Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 p.a.) Access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic, with Prescriptions Free General Dentistry Exciting opportunity for a full time Case Worker to join our Piliyintinji-ki Stronger Families program, based in Tennant Creek. Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community About us Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to 'Closing the Gap' in Aboriginal health within remote Australia. Anyinginyi consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority. Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way. About the Tennant Creek Region Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in As a small regional center, Tennant Creek does not have the facilities one would find in larger country towns like Katherine or Alice Springs however it does provide for all the basics that most people require. There is a supermarket similar to a large IGA store, Post Office, clothing and furniture stores, Pharmacy, Newsagent, two banks (ANZ & Westpac), restaurants and coffee shops, four hotels/motels, and a delicatessen. It also has sporting facilities (e.g. swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis court, football ground, car racing track), and several tourists attractions within easy reach Like our Beautiful Lake Mary Ann About the Role The Children and Families Intensive Support (CaFIS) Case Worker will work to support will work to support families referred from Territory Families Housing & Communities (TFHC), Anyinginyi Health Services Section, other external agencies, and self-referral where a child or children has/have been identified as having experienced abuse and/or neglect or have been identified as being at high risk of neglect and/or abuse, to support parents and kin improve the care and safety of the child or children. The CaFIS Case Worker will work in a culturally appropriate way with clients to develop support plans that meet the families’ identified needs. The Role is part of a small team that ensures the program remains responsive and that there is ongoing continuity of service and coverage for families referred to the CaFIS program. More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to): General: Support ongoing development, coordination and facilitation of positive engagement, interventions, and activities in accordance with the CaFIS program guidelines and organisational policies and practices, including Work with the TFHC in relation to reporting and mandated processes as required. Uphold the vision, mission and priorities of the organisation as determined by the Board of Directors and outlined in its Strategic Plan. Contribute to the identification and management of risk or potential risk to clients to reduce immediate concerns. Undertake administrative duties as directed in accordance with program and organisational expectations including report writing and the timely management of electronic client data records and registers to ensure compliance against funding obligations. Undertake other duties as required For more detailed of the responsibilities please refer to the job description About you As this is an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Identified position any applicant must be of ATSI descent. Applicant also must present Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture and traditions and including Aboriginal child rearing practices, and ability to support the delivery of culturally responsive services and programs. The IFSS Family Support Worker must obtain demonstrated ability to provide accurate verbal and written reports and obtain a relevant qualification (Cert IV/ Diploma child, Family and Youth Interventions, Community Services or similar). You will also need to possess the following: Essential skills and experience : Relevant qualification i.e. Cert IV/Diploma Child, Family and Youth Interventions, Community Services or similar. Experience working in Aboriginal community health or welfare services and ability to support the delivery of culturally responsive programs and services with an understanding of the importance of traditional cultures, values, and protocols, including Aboriginal child-rearing practices. Experience in planning, implementing, tracking, reporting on and evaluating projects that have specified deliverables. Current NT Drivers License Be in possession of or have the ability to obtain an OCHRE Card (Working with Children). All Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation employees must be Fully COVID-19 Vaccinated. Desirable: Experience and knowledge of the Tennant Creek and Barkly Region. Ability to speak a local language. Please note: - A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information. - All Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation employees must be Fully COVID-19 Vaccinated. If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you APPLY NOW No recruitment agencies please