WUNGENING ABORIGINAL CORPORATION Healing Mind, Body & Spirit ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. ABOUT THE ROLE This is a 6 month fixed-term opportunity. Reporting to the Coordinator Placement Services, this position will be part of a larger team seeking to implement a culturally responsive model of Out of Home Care providing Group Foster Care and Community Foster Care options across Perth’s Metropolitan areas. Specifically, this role will work with Children, Young People and their supports to implement outcomes identified in case planning through Wungening's Moorditj Djerripin Koorlungas Assessment Framework (MDK) and the Department of Communities Care Plan. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA (address this in your cover letter) A courageous ‘can-do’ attitude as a team member of a transformational program that will change the Out of Home Care experience for Aboriginal Children; Young People; Families and Communities. Experience working with children and families in an Out of Home Care or Child Protection setting. Experience of working to an empowerment and self-determination model of case work. Ability to take instruction and show initiative and creativity. Respectful appreciation of Children and Young People’s journey through their care journey. Commitment to upholding professional standards of practice including keeping relevant non-judgemental case notes, writing reports, participating in planning for Children and Young People. Understanding of the history of Children and Young People in the child protection and care system and impacts of past polices. Demonstrable commitment to empowering and respecting children and young people. Demonstrated ability to provide safe environments for children and young people and protect them from abuse and neglect. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS WA Working with Children Card National Police Clearance (dated within the last 3 months) WA Drivers Licence Department of Communities Screening (we'll help successful candidates apply) WORKING WITH WUNGENING – JOB BENEFITS AT A GLANCE In addition to fulfilling a passion for social justice and community healing, you will enjoy the many benefits of our generous Enterprise Bargaining Award Agreement, including: 37.5 Hour week 4 wellness days per year NAIDOC leave 3-day additional leave Christmas shutdown leave 4-week top-up maternity leave Excellent Salary Packaging options available Long Service after 6 years Mentoring and training opportunities Access to Sonder 24/7 wellbeing services Clear pathways for advancement Join us in creating a healthy, safe, strong and sustainable Aboriginal community APPLICATION DETAILS Applications must include: A cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the essential criteria A concise CV clearly outlining qualifications and experience Applications close: Friday 29th May 2026 For enquiries: Contact Program Coordinator Cassie Geary on 0436 636 Being suitable for a position does not guarantee an offer of employment. Interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date.
