Field Officer

Mission Statement

My role as the Aboriginal Community Field Officer is to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal community members, liaise with Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal organisations and schools as far south as Macksville through to Corindi Beach in the north of Coffs Harbour.

Aims and Objectives

To provide a support service, information and referral service to Aboriginal families and children within an area that extends to Macksville/Bowraville, north to Corindi and west to Ebor which enhances the opportunity for them to participate fully in the life of our community.

Liaise with families who attend the Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Family Community Care Centre for assistance and to visit them in their homes.

Provide information to families and clients, especially to children in at risk situations.

Liaise with officers of government departments and Community based services to advocate for clients.

Network with Government and community based services to identify gaps in services and to enhance Aboriginal participation in decision making about services.

Attend meetings, workshops and conferences on behalf of the Centre or upon the community requests and report back to the Administrator on issues outlined at such discussion groups.

Organise and promote outings and gatherings for the community, gain sponsorship and prepare submissions for funding.

This position involves advocating for community members on a range of issues including both public and private housing, financial assistance, family issues, education, health and other needs community members may have.

Some Ways to Achieve these Outcomes

By being out there and listening to the community we will get a full understanding of community needs and wants.

Hearing and listening to young children and the problems they face in today’s society will give us insight.

Working with families in their respective communities by visiting their homes.

Consistent work practices provides for a better understanding with community members and staff.

Helping families and young people to understand Government Policies and Procedures.

The Aboriginal Field Officer will visit your community for you to speak with him about family issues and housing issues, an appointment can be made by calling Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Family Community Care Centre (CHAFCCC) On (02) 6652-8850.

The SAFETY of our community is your hands.