Senior Project Officer

• Coordinate the day to day operations of the Gumnuts program including scheduling, venues and logistics
• build strong relationships with Aboriginal mothers, families and nominated support people throughout the program
• partner with local Aboriginal organisations and Aboriginal Family Birthing Programs to support recruitment and delivery
• coordinate cultural and program supports such as Elders, and maintain an Aboriginal Governance Group
• manage program administration, resources and participant supports (materials, catering, transport)
• collect program data (questionnaires/yarning) and support evaluation activities and reporting
• promote ACRA programs and strengthen service partnerships to support ongoing growth
• provide backup support to maintain program continuity during staff absences
• monitor service quality and outcomes, maintaining quality-control processes

• Qualifications/training in psychology, counseling, narrative therapy (or similar) and experience facilitating groups
• demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities
• trauma-informed, culturally safe practice using a strengths-based, holistic approach
• strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills (families, community, governance groups, partners)
• strong written skills (reports/presentations) and confidence collecting data (questionnaires and yarning)
• desirable: understanding of the Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Framework and perinatal/infant/maternal mental health

understanding of the Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Framework and perinatal/infant/maternal mental health

salary packaging options up to $15,900