The Mens Practitioner will be responsible for the delivery of the KWY My Spirit 22-session men’s behaviour change program grounded in cultural healing. In addition, the Mens Practitioner will be required to provide one-on-one support to clients while engaged in the group work program. The program is specifically designed to address men’s use of violence using healing, community and connectedness while taking proactive measures in confronting the challenges experienced by Aboriginal males within the context of the justice system, domestic violence, trauma and wellbeing, highlighting the significance in terms of disengagement from community, country, and self.
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The successful applicant will possess skills, experience, and knowledge in working with Aboriginal men and people in areas such as Child Protection, Domestic and Family Violence, Health, Education and broadly across the community services sector. The applicant will operate within a therapeutic, trauma-informed framework. The applicant would have demonstrated knowledge of case management and working with Aboriginal families.
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The role of the Senior Cultural Practitioner is to ensure Aboriginal children and young people in the Out of Home Care sector are supported to maintain connection to family, Country and Culture through active and responsive cultural connection practices to ensure the following is embedded.
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Provide support, training and Cultural advice to the team (both metro and regional) and all Kinship Carers. Responsible for developing Cultural maintenance plans for all Aboriginal children and young people in Kinship Care. Develop Cultural support plans for Kinship Carers, including Aboriginal Life Story Books and implementing Return to Country Plans. Collaborate closely with the Senior Manager and Program Coordinator to ensure KPI’s are met.
The KWY Family Practitioner is responsible for the implementation and support of the parents, children, young people, and extended family members in the Safe Families Strong Communities (SFSC) program. The SFSC program provides support to parents of children, youth and their families who are at risk of being involved with child protection by providing peer-facilitated group sessions, with case management support provided in the background.
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SFSC is a comprehensive support program designed to assist parents, children, youth, and their families who face the risk of child protection involvement. It operates through peer-facilitated group sessions, empowering families with the tools to make positive changes in their lives.
We are seeking a Receptionist to join our growing organisation. In this position, you will be working as part of a team to ensure that a range of functions within the business run smoothly and efficiently. As part of the role, you will be providing administrative and reception services to visitors and staff.
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You are a highly organised and detail-oriented administration professional with a passion for providing exceptional administrative support. Your excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enable you to interact effectively with colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders.
Tech-savvy and comfortable with various software applications, you are adept at streamlining processes and improving efficiency. Your ability to problem-solve, prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively ensures smooth operations and that deadlines are met.
As a Receptionist, you bring a proactive attitude to every challenge. You are a collaborative team player and a bright, welcoming presence at the office reception.
The Senior Project Officer is a key role within KWY, responsible for coordinating and delivering a range of strategic and operational projects across the organisation. This includes leading tender and grant writing processes, contributing to program design and implementation, and supporting system and process development to strengthen KWY’s service delivery and impact. The contract could be full time or part time (negotiable).
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The Senior Project Officer works collaboratively within a high-performing team that drives innovation, growth, and quality improvement across KWY. The role requires strong administrative, strategic, and technical capabilities to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with KWY’s values and objectives.
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KWY is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager – Research and Innovation to lead and grow our research, evaluation, and innovation portfolio. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of professionals delivering high-impact projects that align with KWY’s vision to strengthen the safety, wellbeing, and self-determination of Aboriginal families and communities. Full time or part time hours (negotiable).
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This is a new and unique leadership role focused on driving applied research and innovation, grounded in lived experience and Aboriginal-led methodologies. You will oversee a portfolio of research and evaluation initiatives, including a flagship lived experience child protection project, Wito Willo. Your work will influence practice, policy, and service design, ensuring the voices of Aboriginal children, families and communities are central to system reform.
Expression of Interest
We’re always looking for talented people to join our dynamic and multicultural team.
If you're interested in joining KWY, please check our open Expression of Interest advertisement on Swag. We invite you to apply with a cover letter and resume detailing the roles you're interested in.
If a vacancy arises that matches your skills and experiences, a member of the KWY team will contact you directly to gain additional information.