Case Worker - Leaving Violence Program (Identified) - Katherine

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified role
• Fixed term position until 30 June 2027
• Salary SCHADS Award level 4 $92,279.20 - $99,294.00 depending on experience.

What We Offer

• Fixed term contract until 30 June 2027
• Generous salary + Super + up to $15,899 tax-free salary packaging
• 6 weeks Annual Leave with 17.5% annual leave loading
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Monthly Wellbeing Day (full-time employees)
• Travel allowance
• Time off in lieu of overtime
• Laptop, mobile phone and uniforms provided

About NAAFLS

The North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering culturally safe legal and support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence across the Top End.

With offices in Darwin, Katherine and Nhulunbuy, our work is grounded in cultural respect, community collaboration and self-determination. We provide holistic, wraparound support through our legal services, child protection and family law programs, Leaving Violence Program and Miyalk Safehouse, helping create safer futures for Aboriginal families and communities.

About the Role

NAAFLS is leading the delivery of the Leaving Violence Program – Top End Regional Trial providing culturally safe, practical and financial support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing family violence. The NAAFLS-led Top End Regional trial forms part of a national expansion of the Leaving Violence Program with trials run concurrently in Cairns, Broome and Dubbo.

We are looking for an experienced Case Worker to join our Leaving Violence Program (LVP) team in Katherine. The role provides up to 12 weeks case management support to eligible participants, helping clients develop their own plans to leave violence safely and supporting them to achieve their goals.

Working in a trauma-informed and strengths-based way, you will provide culturally appropriate support, undertake risk and safety assessments, develop safety and support plans, and connect clients with relevant services and community supports. You will also support clients to safely access the LVP financial packages.

The role requires strong communication and relationship building skills, cultural knowledge, and the ability to respectfully work with Aboriginal clients and communities. Regular travel to remote communities, including overnight travel, is required.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing family violence and who understands the importance of culturally safe, trauma-informed and strengths-based practice.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Relevant experience in case work or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering services within a case management framework, particularly in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community services setting.
• Proven ability to communicate sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, demonstrating solid relationship-building and advocacy skills.
• The ability to provide culturally appropriate services that respond to individual client needs.
• Cultural knowledge and a willingness to use this knowledge to improve service delivery.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to complete tasks accurately and within required timeframes.
• Experience maintaining accurate client records and using databases and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Availability to undertake overnight travel to remote communities for up to 2-5 days, 2 times per month.
• Must obtain a Working with Children Clearance (WWCC) and a satisfactory Criminal History Check.
• Possess a current ‘C’ Class NT Drivers Licence.

Why NAAFLS?

Join a passionate, values-driven organisation committed to Aboriginal leadership, cultural safety and community empowerment. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are making a real difference every day, while enjoying flexible work arrangements, excellent leave entitlements, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to help strengthen governance within one of the Northern Territory's leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

Apply Now!

Please note applications will be assessed as they are received.

Submit your application via the "Apply Now" button with:

• Your updated Resume
• A one-page Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

For more information and detailed Position Description, visit naafls.com.au 

For role enquiries, contact: hr@naafls.com.au using the subject line: Case Worker Leaving Violence Program (LVP) - Identified enquiry via EthicalJobs

Special Measures

This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified position and is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1996 (NT).

NAAFLS is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.