2-year contract based on the lands of the Wonnarua people in East Maitland Competitive hourly rate of $41.49 – $48.47 Super Salary Packaging Rare 4 days a week opportunity Tuesday-Friday Our Organisation / Who We Are At The Benevolent Society, we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms, with dignity, respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries, this belief has shaped who we are and how we work. We’re working towards a just society where everyone feels valued, safe and included. As a not‑for‑profit, independent and non‑religious organisation, we proudly embrace diversity and are deeply committed to reconciliation. We welcome people from all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us in creating positive change. Why this role matters Brighter Beginnings is an early intervention initiative that supports families with children aged 0-5 years by offering practical, culturally safe support within trusted early learning environments. As a Case Worker in the Hunter region, you will work as part of a broader CAFS service system team, collaborating closely with Family Connect & Support (FCS), the Port Stephens Supported Playgroup Program (PSSPP), and partnering with a Brighter Beginnings worker based on the Central Coast. The role focuses on culturally safe engagement with Aboriginal children, families, educators and early learning settings across the region. You will deliver a place based early intervention approach by offering support directly within familiar early childhood environments where families feel comfortable, while contributing to an evidence informed model built on pilot findings demonstrating improved engagement, earlier identification of needs, and stronger follow‑through on referrals. Your day to day Providing regular outreach to early childhood education and care services across the Hunter region, including preschools and childcare settings. Undertaking assessments to understand each family’s circumstances, identify needs and plan appropriate next steps, while offering information, guidance and warm referrals to help families access relevant supports and services. Providing short‑term support for families who may be facing barriers such as waitlists or system complexity, and supporting a short‑term, practical support model that helps families navigate systems. Building strong relationships with educators and ACCOs to ensure engagement is culturally safe, respectful and meaningful, and supporting Aboriginal children, families, educators and ACCOs through culturally appropriate approaches. Working collaboratively with your wider CAFS team, including FCS and PSSPP colleagues, and partnering with the Central Coast Brighter Beginnings worker to ensure continuity across regions. Our Benefits We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A ‘best life’ is unique to everyone and can change as life changes: Our Reconciliation Commitment – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing. Salary Benefits -You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay! Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements by negotiation and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee. Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchaseadditional leave. Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth. Skills and Experience A relevant degree qualification in a related field At least 3 years’ experience working in supporting vulnerable families with young children and expectant mothers preferably including experience supporting families with attachment disruption and trauma histories. Must have a solid understanding of all areas of child development such as physical, social, emotional and neurological development etc. Sound understanding and experience in supporting families with routines, nutrition and positive parenting practices. Strong background in delivering Child Protection services to vulnerable families. Excellent IT skills and ability to use technology in service delivery. Ability to work unsupervised and remotely. High level of professional accountability and integrity and a belief that every parent has potential. Current driver’s licence. If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace. Interested? Apply online today! Please submit your current CV and 1 page cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role. Have a question? Call Sarah on 0422 056 567 for a confidential discussion This role aligns to the capability requirements of a Individual Contributor level. Please see the Capability Framework attached below to discover essential skills, values and behaviours required at this level. Click here for position profile Please click here to see the Capability Framework
