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Aboriginal Engagement Officer 

Are you passionate about strengthening cultural identity, supporting healing, and empowering communities?

Do you want to work in a culturally rich environment where your lived experience and cultural knowledge are truly valued?

HiTalent Recruitment is working exclusively with a respected not-for-profit organisation in Central Coast to recruit an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Worker. This organisation delivers community-based support for people affected by alcohol and other drugs (AOD), and is committed to embedding culturally safe and responsive practices across its services.

This role plays a key part in improving cultural outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants at a residential transformation centre. You will lead and contribute to cultural capability initiatives, engage with Elders and community organisations, and support culturally appropriate service delivery and staff development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide cultural support and guidance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants accessing AOD services.

• Build strong referral pathways with Indigenous Elders and Aboriginal-controlled organisations.

• Lead discussions and strategies to embed cultural safety across service delivery.

• Support and co-facilitate Yarning and Learning Circles.

• Provide input to case management teams to ensure cultural needs are reflected in participant support plans.

• Conduct regular site reviews to ensure a culturally safe environment.

• Strengthen internal cultural competency and contribute to state-wide cultural capability initiatives.

• Stay up to date with best practices, research, and policy affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (a requirement under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977)

• Qualifications and/or experience in community services, health, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of the cultural, historical, and social determinants impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

• Ability to engage effectively with Elders, community leaders, and Indigenous organisations.

• Knowledge of trauma-informed, person-centred approaches and cultural frameworks.

• Demonstrated ability to influence service practice and support cultural safety.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• A valid NSW Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel when needed.

• National Police Check and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

 Why Join This Organisation?

• Culturally inclusive and supportive team environment.

• Monthly training and cultural celebrations.

• Opportunities to influence organisational change and practice.

• Full-time permanent role providing job security and stability.

• Above award pay + salary packaging benefits.

• A deeply meaningful role creating tangible change for Aboriginal communities.

If you are a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with a passion for community, healing, and cultural leadership—we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of a team making real impact.

Contact Nupur at HiTalent
nupur@hitalent.com.au
www.hitalent.com.au
02 7228 3767

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