Candidate ID: 16601

An experienced and culturally responsive professional with over 14 years’ experience across Aboriginal community engagement, child protection, youth services, and hospitality. Skilled in cultural safety, stakeholder engagement, and leadership, with a strong record of collaborative work across government and community sectors to improve outcomes for Aboriginal children, young people, and families.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Cultural Safety and Engagement
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Leadership and Mentoring
• Child Protection and Youth Services
• Project Management

Relevant Experience

Aboriginal Participation Officer, Government Child and Youth Advocacy Agency
Less than 1 year
Developed and implemented culturally appropriate engagement strategies, managed relationships with Aboriginal communities, and contributed to youth-focused project design and delivery.

Aboriginal Consultation Caseworker, Government Community Services Department
4 years
Provided cultural advice to caseworkers, recommended culturally appropriate services, and supported Aboriginal children’s connection to family and community through strategic engagement initiatives.

Community Service Officer, Government Child Protection Helpline
1 year
Managed incoming contact and triaged cases to ensure timely and appropriate child protection responses.

Senior Residential Youth Worker/Hostel Manager, Aboriginal Youth Accommodation Service
2 years
Oversaw hostel operations, ensured resident wellbeing, and maintained compliance with service delivery standards.

Night Attendant/Acting House Manager/Assistant House Manager, Aboriginal Youth Accommodation Service
5 years
Provided 24/7 resident support, ensured safety, and coordinated operational and administrative tasks.

Location and Availability

Location: Sydney, NSW

Preferred work location: Sydney, NSW

Workplace flexibility: Flexible

Ability to travel: Yes       

Desired Salary or Salary Expectations: $115,000 + Super