First Nations Casework Support Worker - Permanency Support Program

About the role

This is a permanent full-time (35 hours / week) position based in Dubbo with some travel across Western NSW region

As a Casework Support Worker, you’ll walk alongside Aboriginal children, families, carers and Caseworkers—helping to create safe, stable and culturally grounded care environments. You’ll play a key role in organising and supervising family time, arranging respite placements, transporting children and young people, and stepping in to support casework tasks when needed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in the PSP space, gaining experience and confidence in a supportive, culturally safe environment. We often say this role is like a caseworker with a safety net—perfect for someone ready to develop professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of Aboriginal children.

About You in the Role

• Supervise and support culturally safe family time between children and their families.
• Arrange respite placements and provide transport for children and young people as needed.
• Assist in completing necessary casework tasks, including basic paperwork, case file notes, and supporting visits.
• Help facilitate connections between children and their broader kin, community, and culture.
• Collaborate with Caseworkers and the clinical team on strategies and support plans for children and carers.
• Provide support during placement changes or breakdowns, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure administrative requirements are met.
• Occasionally step in to assist or cover for Caseworkers as needed.
• Travel across Western NSW to support face-to-face engagement with families and communities.

You’ll be part of a strong, connected team with cultural safety at its core—supported by leadership that recognises and values the unique strengths of our First Nations staff.

About You

• This is an identified Aboriginal position. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
• You are a proud Aboriginal person with a deep understanding of culture and connection to community.
• You’re passionate about helping Aboriginal children stay safe and connected to their family, mob, culture and Country.
• You’re flexible, reliable and ready to jump in where support is needed.
• You communicate with care, clarity and cultural respect.
• You’re ready to travel across Western NSW to support children and families on their journey.
• You hold a current driver’s licence and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a culturally safe and supportive team that honours Aboriginal ways of working.
• Get hands-on experience and opportunities to grow in the PSP space.
• Enjoy flexibility to balance work and life while making a real impact.
• Access ongoing supervision, training and cultural development.
• Help build a future where Aboriginal children are safe, strong and connected.

Please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting if you have any questions or might like more information; 0466801937 / [email protected] 

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.

Closing date: 11:55pm Monday 19^th May 2025