Organisation Overview: Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative (RAC) is recognised as a leader among Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, maintaining a high profile in the public and private sectors across research, consultancy, policy development, and partnerships. RAC operates in a culturally appropriate, sensitive, community-controlled environment that maintains a holistic approach to service provision and emphasises the importance of family and community.
RAC has been a resource, service provider and enabler of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Greater Shepparton region since 1980. RAC is a cooperative working to provide a range of supports and services including:
- Health and wellbeing
- Positive aging and disability services
- Community services
- Asset and infrastructure services
- Corporate services
RAC has an annual budget of $19 million and a workforce of approximately 230 people. RAC is a significant employer and economic contributor to the region and plays a high-profile leadership role as one of the larger Aboriginal organisations in Australia. RAC is committed to ensuring the Aboriginal people in the Goulburn Valley have certainty of access to community-controlled services.
Role Purpose: As a Family Partnership Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering the Australian Family Partnership Program (AFPP), working alongside a Nurse Home Visitor to provide mentorship, parenting support, and culturally safe guidance from pregnancy through the child's second birthday. This role is all about building relationships, connecting families to essential services, and promoting healthy pregnancies and child development. You'll engage with parents through home visits, community events, and health check-ups, ensuring they have the knowledge and confidence to create a strong future for their children. If you love working with people, making a difference, and strengthening community ties, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Employment Conditions: - All staff are required to sign a confidentiality agreement on appointment to the organisation
- Probationary / qualifying periods apply to all new positions
- All staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Co-operative (available to view)
- All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures to the department and the Co-operative (manuals are available to view)
- A commitment to equal opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices is required
- Salary packaging is available to permanent part time and full-time staff
- Tenure of positions at Rumbalara will be tied to existing contracted funding arrangements
About You We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting families and empowering communities. The ideal candidate will have:
- A Certificate IV in Community Services or related field (preferred but not required)
- Lived experience in caregiving, mentoring, or community support
- A strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, values, and parenting practices
- The ability to build relationships, coordinate with stakeholders, and communicate effectively
- A willingness to learn, adapt, and work as part of a team
- Basic computer skills for data entry and client management systems
- The ability to travel for training as needed
What We Offer: - Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award L2PP1 - L2PP4 (based on qualifications and experience).
- Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
- Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.
- Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
- Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
- Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
- Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
