Family Support Specialist
1 month ago
About The Role
Challenge Community Services is seeking a skilled and compassionate Family Support Specialist to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our team, you will facilitate safe and meaningful family time for children and young people in the Permanency Support Program (Out of Home Care) with their families and significant others.
You will have the opportunity to utilise your skills and knowledge to provide mentoring to children and young people in a variety of settings. The provision of written updates and reports will also be required. You will have many opportunities for upskilling and professional development, as well as the guidance and assistance from a large supportive team.
This is a rewarding role that will allow opportunities to strengthen family connections between children, young people and their families.
Opportunities exist for this to be primary employment, but also for those seeking an opportunity that accommodates existing employment or studies. If you feel this is an opportunity right for you, we'd encourage you to contact us for a discussion regarding the potential flexibility the role offers.
Essential Criteria
- Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with others.
- Written communication skills, including the ability to write reports and complete formal documentation in relevant software programs.
- Individual and team work. Ability to think quick on your feet and make informed decisions in complex situations.
- Be flexible and work non-standard hours at times when required.
- A current NSW Working with Children's check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).
- Unencumbered Australian or NSW driver's license.
- NDIS Workers Screening Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).
- Covid 19 Vaccination
Desirable Criteria
- A qualification in Human Services, Certificate IV or Diploma in Community Services is highly desirable for this position, although not essential.
Benefits to Working for Challenge
- SCHAD's Award Level 2 pay rates based on qualifications and experience.
- Flexible working hours.
- Be a part of an empowering and collaborative team.
How to Apply
When applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and address the essential selection criteria as part of your application.
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