Youth and Family Worker
5 hours ago
Do you want to work in a collaborative, supportive and rewarding environment?
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced person to join a team that’s changing the lives of children, youth and families in our Youth and Family team.
The Youth and Family Worker contributes to and delivers services across a range of programs designed to enhance parenting skills, improve relationships, increase safety and wellbeing, and build personal effectiveness. If you are looking for a meaningful and rewarding career we want to hear from you.
To be successful in this position you will require:
About You
- Tertiary qualifications in social work, social sciences or related discipline and or significant experience in a similar role
- Tertiary qualification in social work, social sciences or related discipline and experience in a similar position
- Experience working with vulnerable and disadvantaged families within a strengths-based solution focused framework, and a clear understanding of child development stages and milestones
- A clear understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable and disadvantaged families including: poverty, substance misuse, child safety & development, mental health, domestic & family violence and homelessness
- Proven experience using a case management and co-ordination approach when working with families and other stakeholders, and a proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability delivering parenting skills and/or relationship education programs
- Highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated experience and skills in using Microsoft Office suite, web-based applications and client relationship management databases
- Current driver’s license and comprehensively insured vehicle
- A current (less than 12 months old) criminal record check and a working with children check
- Rights to work in Australia
- Generous salary packaging options
- Access to ongoing professional development
- Flexible working options
- Additional leave hours and accrued annually
The Family Centre values diversity, lived experience and cultural knowledge. We respect the place first nation’s people hold in our community and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Equally we encourage people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
If this role is of interest to you, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
To apply please include your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. You can download a copy of the position description below.
We are only accepting applications that are submitted via the ‘Apply Here’ button below. Please do not submit your application by email.
For more information about the position please contact Kirsty Erwin, Manager Human Resources and Quality at kirstye@thefamilycentre.org.au using the subject line: Youth & Family Worker – Tweed Heads
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