First Nations Coordinator - Permanency Support Program

About the role This is a permanent full-time (35 hours/week) opportunity based in Dubbo, with some flexible working arrangements.   We are seeking a dedicated and confident First Nations leader to join our Western Aboriginal Permanency Support Program as Coordinator. This role is responsible for leading and supervising a team of Caseworkers and support staff, ensuring safe, high-quality, and culturally responsive services for children, young people, and families.   A key focus of this role is coaching and mentoring staff around risk and safety, strengthening decision-making, and ensuring compliance with PSP policy and procedures. You will provide direct supervision and oversight of outcomes for caseworkers, attend home visits, lead team meetings, and represent Uniting at inter-agency forums — working in close collaboration with the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ).   In this role you will ensure the PSP Caseworker team is delivering a contemporary, permanency and restoration-focused Practice Framework that is trauma-informed, culturally competent, and responsive to the individual needs of children and young people.   About you   This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People All applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander decent. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977 Provide evidence of Aboriginal identity, and be able to demonstrate ability to work effectively with Aboriginal peoples and communities You are a proud Aboriginal person with deep cultural understanding and strong ties to community. Skilled decision maker for children’s best interests underpinned by a demonstrated commitment to hearing the voices of children and young people Ability to manage cultural complexities of people from differing Aboriginal lands Demonstrated leadership experience, with a proven ability to supervise, coach, and mentor casework teams. Strong expertise in risk and safety assessment in the child protection context, with sound knowledge of PSP legislation, frameworks, and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and inter-agency collaboration skills. Ability to work under pressure, monitor outcomes, and ensure accountability in service delivery. Knowledge and understanding of sector trends and a commitment to continuous improvement.   Why Join Us? Be part of a culturally safe and supportive team that honours Aboriginal ways of being, knowing and doing. Enjoy flexibility to manage your time and wellbeing. Access ongoing cultural supervision, clinical support, and professional development. Help build a future where Aboriginal children are safe, strong and thriving and connected to family, culture and Country. Ex-gratia leave (up to 5 days per year), paid parental leave, and family violence leave. Hybrid work options and time-in-lieu to support flexibility. Generous above-award pay rates and a $500 retention bonus.   For questions, please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at asullivan@uniting.org / 0466 801 937.   Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, including a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and Reference Checks.   Closing date: 11:55pm Sunday 8th February 2026   About Uniting When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people making a real difference in the world around them. We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.   Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.