Family Support Specialist

6 days ago

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia beBeeCare Full time $90,000 - $120,000
Job Title: Family Support Worker.

At Life Without Barriers, we are passionate about improving the lives of people with disabilities and their families. We work together to provide high-quality support services that promote independence and community participation.

Job Description:

As a Child and Family Practitioner, you will be responsible for providing skilled casework support and supervision to the placement of children and young people in a family-based care arrangement. You will also provide outreach style support to young people in the community.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Undertake child-focused casework practice in partnership with the relevant government agency, children, and their families.
  • Work in partnership with carers to understand the pervasive damage of trauma, loss, neglect, and abuse and the impact on a child or young person.
  • Apply the CARE model in day-to-day care with children to enable them to learn to trust, to learn life skills, form relationships, and gain resilience.
  • Build and strengthen carer skills on how to include children and young people in decision-making and support them to fulfill their potential.
  • Where relevant, perform case management functions as prescribed in specific contracts or funding agreements.

Skills & Experience:

We are looking for individuals who have recognised social work qualifications, eligibility for membership of the AASW, and/or a Bachelor of Psychology or other relevant qualification. Significant experience in the child protection and out-of-home care sector is essential. You should also have demonstrated experience working with individuals, families, and communities from a strength-based, culturally appropriate perspective that are part of the out-of-home care sector.

Benefits:

As a Child and Family Practitioner with us, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government agencies, carers, children, and young people. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, including CARE and TCI Training. Additionally, you will receive an attractive remuneration package, including salary packaging, meals, and entertainment card.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families, please submit your resume and cover letter in one document. Click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For any enquiries, contact Jeffrey Edge – jeffrey.edge@lwb.org.au

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