Family Support Worker-IFSS Great Southern

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT US:

Yorgum was established in 1991 by a group of Aboriginal women some of whom worked in womens refuges who were concerned about the lack of appropriate counselling support for Aboriginal people experiencing spiritual emotional and psychological pain. They founded a service with a healing approach rather than an ongoing crisis-driven patch-up approach.

Yorgum offers all Aboriginal people and their families autonomous community based healing services that are culturally secure trauma-informed and work within an Aboriginal Family Worldview.

THE ROLE:

This position provides case management and support to clients and their families offering practical in-home assistance and advocacy to strengthen safety wellbeing and positive outcomes for children and families.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

To be considered for the role you will be able to demonstrate the following experience and abilities:

IV in Community Services or demonstrated experience in social services.

knowledge and understanding of the Children and Communities Act 2004 (WA).

experience in engaging with Aboriginal families community and services.

understanding of Aboriginal Terms of Reference and Cultural competency.

interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.

experience in client case management.

to travel and provide support in family homes outside of normal business hours when required.

organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.

experience in the use of computerised information management systems including database.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER:

Competitive Salary

Generous salary packaging scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Practice and Cultural Supervision

Flexible and friendly team environment

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL NEED TO SUPPLY:

A Valid Drivers License

National Police Certificate not less than six (6) months old

Working with Children Check

HOW TO APPLY:

If you have the relevant skills and experience please apply via the link or email your application to

Unsolicited referrals from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

Applications close 27th January 2026.

Yorgum is committed to the protection of children and young people.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.