• SCHADS Award Level 4 - $80,208 trp (including salary $72,360)
• Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,895 p/a)
• Full-time position based in Wadeye
• Remote area allowance
• Subsidised accommodation provided
• Relocation assistance offered
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Bi-monthly weekend visits to Darwin (Additional Employee Benefit)

CatholicCare NT is a not-for-profit organisation, providing social services and programs to individuals, couples, families, children, groups, schools and agencies across the Northern Territory.

This position will be based in the remote community of Wadeye. With the responsibility of supporting families to build strong connections within their community and to find ways to support their children and young people to feel heard.

Selection criteria:

• Relevant qualification in Social Work, Community Development, Early Childhood and / or Psychology
• Experience in applying early intervention and prevention activities that support the wellbeing of children, young people and families
• Demonstrated ability to network effectively with other agencies to support a community
• approach to wellbeing
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including report writing and case note writing
• Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people

About the location:

WADEYE, NT

The Northern Territory is one of the most culturally diverse places in the world.

Wadeye, also known as Port Keats, is one of Australia's largest remote Indigenous communities located approximately 420kms southwest of Darwin. The inhabitants of this community encompass seven language groups and five traditional bands or kinship groups.

In this role, you will have the privilege of working closely with aboriginal families and the experience of immersing yourself in an amazing part of the world.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn about yourself, other cultures and grow professionally at the same time as making a positive difference in the lives of others.

For a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website. www.catholiccarentcareers.org.au

Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third-party job boards will not be considered.

Interviews week of: 12 July 2021

Safeguarding Children & Young People

CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities.

Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card.

If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to your employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.

To apply for this job click on Apply Now. Ref code: 5542367.