Job description
- Supportive workplace who understands the importance of connection
- An organisation who prides themselves on valuing work/life balance
- Attractive Remuneration, access to NFP Salary Packaging & additional days of paid leave
- (Interrelate considers that being First Nations or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW)
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and support service delivery that is accessible, safe and meeting the needs of our First Nations children, families and communities.
We are looking for someone with expertise in Mens’ business to work alongside our existing First Nations Practice Specialist who has expertise in Women’s business to ensure a culturally safe environment for our First Nations staff, and culturally responsive service delivery to our First Nations clients and community.
This role can be ‘work from home’ or based in any Interrelate office across NSW with a requirement to travel to any of our locations as and when needed.
Key duties will include:
- Supporting staff to understand and deliver effective practice relating to First Nations children, families and communities
- Providing specialist advice/consultation and build capability of our leadership teams to deliver culturally responsive and effective services
- Program development and evaluation
- Assisting with business development opportunities e.g. tender preparation by providing information on trends, statistics, evidence-based practice and accepted or emerging models of practice
- Providing ongoing advice / input into the service growth strategy
- Developing and fostering relationships with key stakeholders
The current salary for this role is dependent on experience, ranging from $113,000 plus 11.5% superannuation.
ABOUT US:
Interrelate is a not-for-profit provider of relationship services with more than 98 years of trusted expertise in sensitive relationship matters. Our vision is to empower people to thrive in the most vital part of their lives – their relationships. In line with our vision for reconciliation, Interrelate aims to provide services that enhance the wellbeing, safety and resilience of all First Nation’s children, families and communities. We do this through culturally responsive practice driven by community need.
We are committed to leading the way in providing responsive, cutting edge, transformative relationship services with and for diverse communities, at every stage of life. We respond to the vulnerabilities of families and children in their communities, supporting them to build stronger relationships. We deliver professional services like a big business, but with the heart of a not-for-profit, across 30+ physical locations, as well as online, to more than 135,000 clients per year.
We have an employee reference group called Kutanya which aims to support delivery of services to First Nations communities and support First Nations staff. Kutanya is made up of First Nations employees and other employees, including the CEO. The Practice Specialists – First Nations, share chairing responsibilities for this group.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
- Degree/post-graduate qualifications in social science, First Nations studies or related discipline AND / OR significant experience in community development work; particularly with First Nations families and children
- Experience in program development
- Understanding of, and sensitivity to, cross cultural issues; particularly issues impacting the First Nations and Torres Strait Islander community, including family violence, social disadvantage and key issues of the community and relevant strategies, such as ‘Closing the Gap’
- Strong contemporary knowledge of First Nations culture
- Extensive experience and recency in First Nations Services
- High level clinical skills and experience
- Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively to drive cultural change
- Sound understanding of the development and position of First Nations services within the sector, including government policy, impact of family law, knowledge of the relationship services sector and current research
- Knowledge and understanding of Interrelate’s current services
- Good working knowledge of the political landscape
- Ability to develop and build upon existing collaborations as well as creating/facilitating new opportunities
WHAT WE OFFER:
We offer the following competitive employment conditions:
- Additional days of paid leave on top of standard leave entitlements
- Training, Mentoring, Supervision and access to Resources
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for multi-skilling and up-skilling
- High level of diversity in the role
- Excellent working environment
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a covering letter addressing the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Job Description.
If would like to connect with a First Nations employee, please do not hesitate to contact; Rharnnie Groat, Practice Specialist – First Nations Services on 0475 907 004 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Practice Specialist – First Nations Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please email [email protected].
Interrelate aspires to continue to be a leader in our community, an organisation known for working respectfully with clients from all different and diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of diverse; gender identity, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, language, socio-economic circumstances, life circumstances, beliefs, or any forms of perceived disadvantage. If you will have special requirements or would like to talk to us before submitting an application, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] and we will organise for you to chat with an appropriate staff member to explain how we can help you.
All Interrelate positions require the satisfactory completion of relevant Police and Working with Children Checks. Interrelate services are funded by the Australian Government.