Aboriginal Engagement Worker
Core
Supports Aboriginal victims of crime by providing culturally safe social services, increasing confidence in rights/entitlements, and facilitating access to therapeutic support and the criminal justice system.
Role type
Aboriginal Engagement Worker (Community Services)
Builds
Consumer-focused case management services for Aboriginal victims of crime
Domain
Social Services / Criminal Justice / Indigenous Community Engagement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Community engagement, culturally safe service delivery, knowledge of Aboriginal culture and issues, trauma-informed support, relationship building, computer proficiency
Preferred skills
Tertiary qualification in Social Work, current Victorian Drivers' Licence
Responsibilities
Support Aboriginal victims to access information and localised social services; Assist victims in understanding rights and accessing available supports; Provide secondary consultation to VAP staff; Collaborate with local Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) to build trust and address systemic barriers; Co-locate with ACCOs for at least one day per week.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC