About us:
KWY is a leading South Australian Aboriginal Community Controlled Not for Profit Organisation and is focused on creating a space for healing and change. KWY has developed a highly specialised suite of programs focusing on positive outcomes for Aboriginal families and Communities. Cultural ways of healing and engagement are embedded throughout our programs and provide unique ways of improving outcomes and wellbeing, reducing risk and increasing safety.
KWY’s priority is promoting the safety and welfare of women and children. We aim to improve the safety of women and children by providing specialist knowledge and culturally appropriate services to break the cycle of domestic violence and stem the flow of Aboriginal children into the child protection system.
Due to the continuous growth and expansion of KWY, we have many exciting career opportunities available for you to explore. To view our current openings, please visit our website. If you’d like to submit a general expression of interest, you can do so below.
At KWY, you’ll have the chance to be part of a unique organization that offers competitive remuneration and a friendly, inclusive work culture.
About you:
You will have experience and knowledge in working with Aboriginal people to improve social and emotional wellbeing, enhance the safety of children, individuals and families, and an understanding of the complex needs of Aboriginal communities.
Ideal candidates will possess:
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Tertiary Qualifications: Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or a related discipline. Lived experience in these areas is also highly valued.
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Outreach Expertise: Proven experience working with Aboriginal families, particularly those with complex needs, and a skillful approach to engaging families and carers.
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Community Services Knowledge: A solid understanding of community services networks and agencies, along with the ability to cultivate strong relationships with service providers, clinical teams, and key stakeholders.
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Collaborative Skills: The ability to work effectively within multi-agency teams, collaboratively assess risk, and serve as a first point of contact for families seeking support.
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Cultural Competence: Demonstrated experience in providing direct support and case management to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, always through a culturally sensitive lens.
About the pay:
- All positions are classified under the SCHADS award
- In addition, as a registered Not for Profit/Charity, we offer excellent salary packaging options through CBB which can significantly increase your take-home pay
About the benefits:
- Competitive remuneration
- Salary packaging tax benefits, meal entertainment benefit, novated leasing and more
- Fantastic workplace culture
- Strong values-based organisation
- Excellent professional development options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Growing organisation with great career opportunities
- Work in a caring & collaborative team environment with people who are passionate about delivering a good service that supports the community.
- 4 weeks of annual leave plus an additional 7 days of gifted leave (conditions apply)
Other requirements:
- You must hold a current South Australian Driver’s License or a license which permits you to drive in South Australia.
- Successful candidates will be required to clear and maintain probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check (Police Clearance), Working with Vulnerable People Check and Working with Children Check. (All successful candidates will require a clear WWCC, VPC, and NPC prior to commencement)
About applying:
- Your cover letter should highlight the specific area where you believe you can make the most impact at KWY
- Please visit our website www.kwy.org.au/vacant-positions to view current vacancies and Job Descriptions
- Only successful applicants will be contacted.
- Closing Date: Positions are open for ongoing expressions of interest.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.
