Working within the ARRCS First Nations Program team, ARRCS are actively sourcing a First Nations Career Specialist to join the team on a permanent, full-time basis.This role is based in Alice Springs and will primarily see you working with new and existing trainees to support career pathways and lifestyle plans in Aged and Disability care. In addition, you will work with your colleagues by providing strong advocacy for First Nations and maintaining their connection to community.This role would ideally suit a positive and proactive candidate who is wishing to support the career and lifestyle of our First Nation people. You will be confident to speak out in public, approach staff and provide guidance and mentorship to them.Relocation of up to $5K applicable for interstate applicants.Benefits of working for us4 Weeks Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading.Annual pay increases in accordance with our current Enterprise Agreement.Salary Packaging through CBB.Access to 70,000 Training and Development Courses through our Learning Platform.Telus Employee Wellbeing & Emotional Support.Skills & experienceTo be considered for this role, we will be looking at the following experience and qualifications:Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.Preferable, however not essential, to have the knowledge and ability to speak in Aboriginal language.Demonstrated sensitivity to the cultural requirements of indigenous people and their families.Demonstrated experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, preferably in a mentoring or training capacity.A demonstrated understanding of the issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with preference to youth.Initiative to work autonomously and sound judgement.Ability to follow systems and processes to maintain accurate records.Ability to reflect on own performance and seek guidance when required.Ability to problem solve and use initiative to maximize positive outcomes.About ARRCSAustralian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) is a not-for-profit aged care and community service provider that provides services including Residential Care, Home Care, School Nutrition, and Early Learning Childhood programs in the Northern Territory.Our Vision is passionately pursuing new ways to care where people and communities flourish and lead meaningful lives. ARRCS provides regional care and support to people and their communities throughout the Northern Territory from Darwin to Docker River, with our purpose being to genuinely connect with the communities we serve, and enable our clients with agency, pride, and dignity.Our people are at the center of our organisation, and ensuring we have the right people in the right roles is the key to the success of our Consumer Centered Service Delivery.ARRCS Mandatory complianceAll ARRCS employees are required to have the following. These are not required at the time of application, however, must be lodged and/or received at commencement.A National Police Check dated or lodged within the last 3 months.A NDIS Screening check or proof of application.So why not join our team today to benefit the local community that you work in!ARRCS is committed to engagement with people of all ages, from varying backgrounds, cultures, and nationalities, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with lived experience of disability, people from CALD, and the LGBTQI+ communities to submit their applications.To discuss this opportunity further, please contact our Talent Acquisition team via ****** or phone 08 8982 5200.
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