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 women’s 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:
1. Certificate IV in Community Services or demonstrated experience in social services.
2. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Children and Communities Act 2004 (WA).
3. Demonstrated experience in engaging with Aboriginal families, community and services.
4. Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal Terms of Reference and Cultural competency.
5. Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated experience in client case management.
7. Availability to travel and provide support in family homes outside of normal business hours when required.
8. Demonstrated organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
9. Demonstrated 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 Driver’s 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 [email protected]
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.
Our Vision is that all Aboriginal people, their families and communities are empowered, and have the skills and supports, to improve and maintain their social and emotional wellbeing. Yorgum is committed to promoting and protecting at all times the best interests of children and vulnerable people involved in its services.
