This is a designated Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act. Proof of Aboriginality is required.
We are currently looking for a Part Time AEYP Support Worker to be based in Gunnedah.
The AEYP Support Worker will specifically support and work with Aboriginal Families and children aged between 2 and 6 through early intervention work, to give children a good start in life through improved early childhood development, care, education and school readiness.
The AEYP Support Worker will require knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal communities, societies and cultures in NSW and be willing to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal young people and their families in providing cultural support and services to Aboriginal children, young people and families.
The AEYP Support Worker will also be required to build strong relationships with all agencies to support and strengthen families and cultural connections Travel will be an expectation.
This position is Level 3.1 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Modern Award (“the SCHDSI Award”).
All applications must include the following components:
- A Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria as provided in the job package.
- An updated resume including details of at least two recent work-related referees.
- Working with Children Check, Police History Check, CPR/ First Aid Certificate and current Driver’s Licence.
Please download the job package from our website www.pathfinders.ngo to apply for this position.
Applicants who do not provide all of the above will not be considered for an interview.
Applications should be lodged by email to hr@pathfinders.ngo and should be addressed to the Human Resource Manager.
Applications close 5pm Friday 28th February 2025
Pathfinders are committed to being a safe environment for children and young people and is a mandatory reporting Organisation.
Pathfinders is a non-smoking workplace and is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Opportunity and Cultural Diversity
For further information, please email the Corporate Services team on hr@pathfinders.ngo