Program Worker Aboriginal Women's DFV Posted: 05/03/2026 Closing Date: 19/03/2026 Job Type: Contract Location: Tweed Heads Job Category: Community Services & Development Embarking on a career with Social Futures means becoming part of a mission that goes beyond just a job. We are a voice for social change in regional Australia, with a proud history spanning over 50 years. We are seeking a passionate and culturally grounded Program Worker to join our Aboriginal Women’s Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Homelessness Services within the Connecting Home, Housing and Homelessness branch. Job Description This role provides an opportunity to work alongside Aboriginal women and children experiencing domestic and family violence and homelessness — supporting safety, healing and long-term stability. We recognise that strong cultural identity, connection to Country, kinship and community are protective factors. We are committed to delivering culturally safe, trauma-informed and responsive services that honour lived experience and community knowledge. Social Futures strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Aboriginality is highly valued within this program given the community context and service focus. As a Program Worker, you will deliver person-centred case management and crisis support to Aboriginal women and children in office-based and/or outreach settings. Your responsibilities will include: Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed case management to women and children Conduct risk assessment and safety planning Support access and referrals to housing, legal, health and community services Strengthen women’s connection to culture, kinship and community networks Work in partnership with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs), Elders and local stakeholders Participate in reflective practice and cultural supervision Maintain accurate documentation and reporting This role works in office-based and/or community settings and includes participation in the Domestic Violence Response Enhancement (DVRE) after-hours on-call roster as a requirement of the position. The position sits within programs specifically supporting Aboriginal women and children and requires a demonstrated commitment to culturally safe, respectful and responsive practice, and is currently funded until 31/12/2027. Desired Skills and Experience: We are looking for a compassionate and resilient practitioner who can balance empathy with professional boundaries. You will bring: Qualifications (or equivalent experience) in social work, community services, psychology, welfare or related field Understanding of the ongoing impacts of colonisation, intergenerational trauma and systemic disadvantage Demonstrated ability to build respectful, trusting relationships with Aboriginal women and families Experience working in domestic and family violence and/or homelessness services Strong case management skills Excellent communication and documentation skills The ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the social, historical and systemic factors impacting families A commitment to culturally safe and trauma-informed practice About Social Futures: We are proud to announce that we have received recognition as an accredited Great Workplace by WRK. Our amazing team makes our workplace special. Social Futures is a Rainbow tick accredited organisation and an equal opportunity employer and actively recruit from key communities; including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQSB, people living with a disability, people with lived experience and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Social Futures is committed to prioritising the safety and well-being of children and upholds the National Child Safe Principles. Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory requirements for all staff. Our Benefits: Generous Salary packaging options Staff Well-being Program Flexible working options Opportunity to bank additional days leave per year Access to ongoing Learning and Development Staff Recognition Program and Organisational Celebration Events Organisational paid Parental leave Access to Pool Vehicles How to apply: A cover letter demonstrating how your skills, education and professional experience meet the requirements of the role as outlined in the position description, should be submitted with your application. To access the Position Description, please access this ad via our website and click here. We ensure clear communication and a response for every applicant. For further information, please contact Danielle Thurgar Watters, Senior Manager – Women’s DFV Homelessness Services, on 0491 010 851. We ensure clear communication and a response for every applicant. 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