Deadly Dreaming Cultural Programs Facilitator and Engagement Worker (Identified)
Type: Full-time 12-month Fixed-term Contract
Location: Mount Druitt, NSW
Remuneration:Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (Level 3) + full salary packaging options availableup to $15,900 per annum.
Identified role: Ted Noffs Foundation considers that being a First Nations person is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
About Us
Originally named The Wayside Foundation, The Ted Noffs Foundation was established in 1970 by the Australian humanitarian, Reverend Ted Noffs, who’s work championed social justice, mental health support, and innovative youth services. Today, the Foundation continues his legacy, delivering frontline services and community support across NSW, ACT & QLD. With over 200 staff and 350 volunteers, we remain deeply committed to helping young people affected by issues related to drugs, crime, and mental health.
The Role
The successful candidate will run our Aboriginal Case Management program, providing an increased service to young people through case management and support both within the schools and community withparticular focus on the Mount Druitt and Blacktown local areas.
Workshops are designed to:
Engage with students and connect them with Aboriginal Culture, Country and Community;
Increase school retention, attendance and improve peer relationships;
Provide brief assessment of students’ mental health and other needs, and refer to relevant services.
This role is attached to The Street University Mount Druitt, where we build safer communities by providing opportunities for disadvantaged young people. The Street Universities are non-residential treatment centres based throughout NSW, ACT and QLD that help those aged 12-25 with drug, crime and mental health issues. Each centre is unique and is a safe environment where young people can engage in workshops ranging from music and dance to computer coding. Evidence-based counselling is available to help our youth reduce their drug use and involvement in crime and to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Responsibilities and duties include, but not limited to:
Demonstrate initiative, creativity and practical life skills to organise positive group programs for young people.
Develop program outlines of music, dance, creative arts, cultural and recreational activity for young people.
Involve young people in NAIDOC Week celebrations.
Ensure that the program is delivered to the highest standards in accordance with agreed program plans in compliance with the requirements of the funding agreements.
Provide brief assessment of students’ mental health and other needs.
Acquire local knowledge and develop meaningful dialogue with young people.
Look for opportunities to form further community partnerships and programs.
Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.Ted Noffs Foundation considers that being an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
With reference to the requirements of the role, strong connections with local First Nations communities and demonstrated cultural knowledge are key requirements for this role.
Experience in developing and delivering workshops using cultural and artistic expression.
Ability to connect and engage with young people.
Commitment to the principles of harm minimisation and to the aims of the Ted Noffs Foundation.
Must hold a current and valid NSW and Working With Children Check and Driver Licence (Provisional Licence minimum).
If you're looking for work that’s real, challenging, and genuinely makes a difference—you’ve found the right place. At Noffs, we stand beside young people who’ve faced adversity early in life, offering free, evidence-based treatment and genuine care. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and walk alongside these young people on their journey, we’d love to hear from you.
Ted Noffs Foundation is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. As such, people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This includes, but is not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, People in the LGBTQIA+ community, People with Disability, Women and People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.
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Deadly Dreaming Cultural Programs Facilitator and Engagement Worker (Identified) in Sydney employer: Ted Noffs Foundation
The Ted Noffs Foundation is an exceptional employer dedicated to social justice and mental health support, offering a collaborative work culture that values diversity and inclusion. Located in Caboolture QLD, employees benefit from competitive remuneration, full salary packaging options, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people facing adversity. With a strong commitment to professional development, staff are encouraged to grow within their roles while contributing to innovative youth services across the region.
