At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide case management and support for Aboriginal families experiencing violence.
- Company: Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative, dedicated to community and cultural safety.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, competitive pay, professional development, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and access to resources for personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working in a culturally safe environment.
- Qualifications: Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status; experience in social work or related fields preferred.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative - Justice & Community Services now has the following vacancy: Aboriginal Family Violence Practitioner. Full-time, 38 hours a week. This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About the Role
The Aboriginal Family Violence Practitioner (Case Management) will be responsible for delivering intermediate and longer-term case management and support through an Aboriginal Family Violence Integrated response. This includes intake and assessment utilising the MARAM framework and RAC Aboriginal cultural assessment, to all incoming referrals. This role will work closely with the Family Violence Team to support Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative in delivering high quality culturally safe and effective family violence responses to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and/or their families seeking support and safety for Family Violence. Where appropriate, the role will provide secondary consultations to internal and external stakeholders and proactively build cultural safety and competence.
About You
To be successful for this position, you should possess the following qualifications and qualities:
- You are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
- Tertiary qualification in social work, welfare, community development or related field is preferred. However, applicants with significant experience in a similar role and/or currently studying are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Strong knowledge of Aboriginal culture and self-determination.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Family Violence.
- Established experience and capability to deliver culturally safe and responsive practice as part of an Aboriginal family violence integrated service model.
- Strong understanding of the role of the law and legal system in the context of responding to family violence.
- Experience working with Aboriginal children, young people, adults and Elders in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency context.
- Works collaboratively to drive cultural change.
- Delivers innovative practices that enhance quality practice standards for Aboriginal people.
- Self-management skills.
What We Offer:
- Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
- Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award, Level 4 (based on qualifications and experience).
- Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC Day, annual CPI-based Award wage increases where applicable, and relocation assistance where applicable.
- Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
- Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
- Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
- Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening check, including providing a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality. Applications close: Monday 9th of November 2026. This is an "Indigenous Only" role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12.
Aboriginal Family Violence Practitioner employer: Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative
Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. Located in Mooroopna, we offer competitive pay, generous salary packaging, and numerous professional development opportunities, ensuring our team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our supportive work culture, access to resources like the Employee Assistance Program, and incentives that celebrate cultural events and achievements.
Contact Details:
Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative Recruitment Team
