Program Lead Care And Protection Family Law Job in Central Coast Recruiting by Aboriginal Legal Service Nsw/Act Limited (Als)

Program Lead Care and Protection Family LawDubbo l Full Time l Fixed Term – (to June 2026)Opportunity to advocate and support families Families at risk of child protection intervention , aiming to keep them safe and out of the system.Leadership role in supporting the development and implementation of the new ALS Child and Family Advocacy and Support (ACFAS) program in Dubbo and Moree.Provide supervision and guidance to Advocates , fostering their professional development. This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Primary Purpose of the role The purpose of this role is to advocate for, and support families involved with the child protection system, with the aim of keeping the families safe and away from the system.  The role is part of the ALS Child and Family Advocacy and Support (ACFAS) program in Dubbo, Moree and surrounding areas. Why join the ALS team? At the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) you can make an impact. You will join a strong movement fighting for social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and focus is our people: the people we support and the people we employ. We offer a career you can be proud of and a place where you feel safe to be yourself. We invest in our people and appreciate the rich diversity of lived experiences, languages, and culture.  Born out of a protest movement over 50 years ago, the ALS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW and the ACT. It's an exciting time to be joining us. We recently received additional funding to deliver a range of new programs aimed at addressing systemic issues and driving structural reforms. This is creating significant opportunities for the ALS, our staff and communities. As well as the satisfaction of working in a job that really matters, we offer our staff benefits including:Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximise take-home payAnnual leave loading of 17.5%Career and professional development opportunitiesAccess to personal counselling for you and your familyAdditional paid leave of up to 6 days per year, paid parental and study leaveFlexible work options – talk to us about how we can make this role work for youAbout the roleThe Program Lead will be responsible for the below but responsibilities are not limited to:Coordinate advocacy services.Define priorities, outcomes, and areas of accountability for the under the guidance of the program managerCollaborate closely with counterparts in Dubbo or Moree.Provide leadership and supervision to advocacy workers.Establish referral pathways for services in Dubbo or MoreeDevelop processes for multidisciplinary teamwork and service scope management.Support self-advocacy, representation, and family-centered service delivery.Adhere to EEO, WHS policies, and demonstrate alignment with ALS values and Code of Conduct.About you KEY COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS Identify and be recognised in the community as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person Minimum Diploma of Community Services and relevant experience or minimum 5 plus years experience in a leadership role. Demonstrated experience in child protection, community development, community sector advocacy, social work, family support service provision or related field Demonstrated experience working with children and families in a culturally safe and trauma informed way  Demonstrated experience in case management, in child protection or related field Knowledge and appreciation of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people combined with continuing respect and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural practices when considering service delivery and other support for clients, their families, communities and employees  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain boundaries Good written and communication skills Computer literacy with the ability to learn new systems and technology Ability to adapt to change and work in a start-up environment Unrestricted NSW driver's licence with the ability to travel intrastate and carry passengers  Previous experience working in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community-based organisation Previous experience working in a legal practice Knowledge of and connections within local Aboriginal communities Pre-employment requirements: ALS is committed to implementing safe recruitment practices. Your application may be subject to pre-employment checks such as reference checks, Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check, Right to work in Australia, COVID-19 vaccinations and National Police History you have any enquiries or would like to discuss the role, please contact our recruitment team I identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander I consent to receiving occasional updates from the ALS We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which our offices stand and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge the sorrow of the Stolen Generations and the impacts of colonisation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also recognise the resilience, strength and pride of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this website may contain images or names of people who have since passed away. #J-18808-Ljbffr