Aboriginal Caseworker | Coffs Harbour | Full-Time

Help people find stability, security and a place to call home

Finding and maintaining safe, secure housing is becoming increasingly difficult for many people in our communities. Whether someone is experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or struggling to maintain an existing tenancy, having the right support can make a life-changing difference.

Pathway Talent is recruiting for an experienced and compassionate Aboriginal Caseworker to join a dedicated Supporting & Securing Tenancies (SST) program in Coffs Harbour.

This rewarding role focuses on supporting Aboriginal individuals and families to secure, maintain and sustain safe housing while improving their overall wellbeing, independence and community connections. You'll work alongside people facing complex challenges, providing practical support, advocacy and case management that creates meaningful and lasting outcomes.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal individuals and families
• Support people experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness
• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Diverse and rewarding work where no two days are the same
• Opportunity to build strong community relationships and networks
• Be part of a service focused on empowerment, wellbeing and positive outcomes

About the Role

As an Aboriginal Caseworker, you will provide culturally safe, strengths-based and person-centred support to individuals who are experiencing housing challenges or are at risk of homelessness. Working collaboratively with clients, families, housing providers, community services and other stakeholders, you will assist people to navigate barriers, achieve their goals and maintain stable housing outcomes. You will develop support plans, coordinate services, advocate for clients, and empower individuals to build confidence, independence and a stronger future.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Experience in case management, community services, housing support, homelessness services, mental health, disability or a related field
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience working with Aboriginal individuals, families and communities
• A genuine passion for helping people achieve positive outcomes
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Experience maintaining case records and documentation
• A strengths-based, person-centred approach to support delivery
• Sound computer literacy and confidence using client management systems 

Essential Requirements

• Qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Mental Health, Disability, Housing or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Current NSW Driver Licence
• National Criminal History Check
• Working With Children Check
• Ability to undertake community-based outreach and support activities 

A Safe and Inclusive Service

Our client has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect and harm and is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of children, young people, people with disability, and the communities they serve.

Safety, respect and inclusion are at the heart of everything they do, and all employees are expected to uphold these values in their daily work.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about helping people secure safe housing, strengthen their independence and improve their wellbeing, click Apply Now and submit your resume today.

IMPORTANT: This is an identified position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

Thank you for taking the time to consider this opportunity. We appreciate every application; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stage of the recruitment process.