Family Support Worker

1 month ago


City of Shoalhaven, Australia CareSouth Full time

About Us

CareSouth is a community-based organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children, young people, and families. Our mission is to provide high-quality support services that promote the safety, development, and empowerment of individuals and communities.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Supervised Contact Worker to join our team in Shoalhaven. As a Supervised Contact Worker, you will play a critical role in facilitating safe and constructive contact visits between children and/or young persons in care and their families.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality supervision for visits between children and/or young persons in care and their families.
  • Ensure the child's best interests are protected during contact.
  • Facilitate safe and constructive contact visits comprising positive interactions between the parent/participant and child/children.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with children, young people, and families to promote positive outcomes.
  • Collaborate with the CareSouth team to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting children, young people, and families.

What We're Looking For

  • A commitment to the safety of children, young people, and people with a disability.
  • Tertiary qualification or working towards in a relevant discipline (e.g., social welfare, psychology, education, counseling).
  • Current First Aid Certificate.
  • Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent observational and report writing skills.
  • Understanding of child protection and mandatory reporting requirements.
  • Sound knowledge of child development.
  • Ability to remain impartial at all times.
  • Ability to risk assess varying situations.
  • Current driver's license, comprehensively insured vehicle, mobile phone, and access to a computer.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about supporting children, young people, and families, please submit your application.



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