About the Role
📍 Mulliga Gunyah | Dapto NSW
💲SCHADS Level 4 (Dependant on experience)
🕒 Full-time 35hrs per week
Waminda is seeking a passionate and culturally grounded Family Support Worker to deliver high-quality, holistic support to families participating in our Nabu Preservation and Restoration Program.
In this role, you will provide culturally led support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, birthing parents, babies, partners, and families across pregnancy, birth, and early parenting. You will play a key role in strengthening families, enhancing parenting capacity, and supporting safe, nurturing environments for children and young people.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver culturally safe, holistic family support aligned with Nabu principles, strengthening parenting, wellbeing, and child safety
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families through practical support, informal counselling, and strengths-based engagement
- Coordinate wrap-around care, including referrals, service navigation, and advocacy across health and community systems
- Collaborate with internal programs, Elders, and external partners to support integrated, culturally led care
- Maintain accurate documentation, uphold professional and cultural standards, and participate in reflective practice and ongoing development
What We’re Looking For
- Demonstrated experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families using culturally safe, trauma-informed approaches
- Strong ability to engage respectfully with families, communities, and service partners, building trust and rapport
- Skilled in delivering holistic, family-centred support, including advocacy, coordination, and service navigation
- Cert IV in Community Services, Aboriginal Health, Social Science, or a related field (or willingness to obtain), with strong communication and documentation skills
- Committed to Aboriginal self-determination, reflective practice, and working collaboratively within a team environment
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All applicants for this position must identify as both female and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander: an applicant’s gender and race is a genuine occupational qualification and ais authorised under sections 14(d) and 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
What We Offer
At Waminda, we care deeply about our people. We know that meaningful work starts with feeling supported, valued, and connected – and we’re committed to creating a workplace where you can truly thrive.
You’ll benefit from above‑award pay, a 35‑hour work week, and generous additional leave, including paid wellbeing time to support your work-life balance, rest and self‑care. We also invest in your growth through ongoing professional development and opportunities to strengthen your skills and career pathway.
Why Join Waminda
- Work with purpose in a community‑controlled organisation grounded in culture, connection, and care
- Be part of a passionate, supportive team driving holistic healing and decolonising practice
- Make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal women, children and families
- Enjoy a family‑friendly workplace in a beautiful coastal location, surrounded by bush and beaches
- Access flexible, supportive conditions that prioritise your wellbeing and work‑life balance
Waminda has been supporting women and families across the Shoalhaven for over 40 years. As a leading Aboriginal community‑controlled organisation, we deliver innovative, culturally grounded programs that create lasting, positive change. When you join Waminda, you become part of a team that genuinely cares – for community and for each other.
How to Apply
Please submit your application via Employment Hero, including your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role.
Applications for this position will close on Thursday, 18 June 2026
If you would like further information on this position, please reach out to peopleandculture@waminda.org.au.
