ABOUT MURRI WATCH
Murri Watch Aboriginal& Torres Strait Islander Corporation is a not-for-profit organisation
incorporated under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (‘the CATSI Act’). Murri Watch is dedicated to:
• Reducing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander deaths and self-harm in custody by promoting the
physical, cultural, economic, and social well-being of our community.
• Leading in culturally proficient and community-sensitive services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander individuals vulnerable to contact with the police, affected by public drunkenness, watch-house detention, youth detention, homelessness, or at risk of homelessness.
• Ensuring continuity of care through specialised skills in engagement, assessment, creative
interventions, and navigating human services support systems. Murri Watch was initially
established in response to the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in
Custody.
We continue our commitment to reducing the over-representation of First Nations people in the criminal justice system and to supporting people who are homeless, rough sleeping and transitioning to stable housing.
Murri Watch adheres to the tenets of Equal Employment Opportunity. For this position, it is a genuine
occupational requirement that it be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti Discrimination Act (1991).
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Plan Support Worker provides direct client support and plan-based assistance to residents of the
Bowman Johnson Hostel. Working under routine direction, the role supports individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability to engage with their support plans, access services, and maintain safety and wellbeing during their stay. Consistent with SCHADS Level 3, the position applies established practices and procedures, exercises judgement appropriate to the role, and contributes to a supportive, culturally safe hostel environment.
KEYSELECTION CRITERIA
Essential (Level 3)
· Experience providing direct support to people with complex needs in a community services or
residential setting.
· Ability to work effectively under routine supervision and established procedures.
· Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed, strengths-based, and client-centred support.
· Good communication, interpersonal, and record-keeping skills.
· Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and respectfully.
Desirable
· Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
· Knowledge of homelessness, housing support services, or residential support environments.
· Relevant certificate-level qualification in community services or willingness to work toward one.
Mandatory Requirements
· Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card), if required.
· National Police Check
· Current Queensland Driver Licence.
· Ability to work shift patterns, including weekends or after-hours as required.
Cultural Safety Statement
Bowman Johnson Hostel is committed to providing culturally safe services. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
Your application should address your ability to meet each of the selection criteria. It is advised that
you treat each selection criteria separately when preparing your application and provide sufficient information for an assessment to be made of your degree of merit relative to each of the selection criteria. Applications should be submitted via Seek and close on 01/06/2026
