Trainee Family Support Worker

5 days ago


KalgoorlieBoulder, Australia Hope Community Services Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Trainee Family Support Worker to join our team at Hope Community Services. As a key member of our Mara Pirni Healing Place team, you will play a vital role in providing support to families affected by family violence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct child-safe assessments using risk assessment tools to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people.
  • Work in a strengths-based, child-centered, family-focused approach to strengthen family connections and promote placement prevention.
  • Develop comprehensive family plans using a wrap-around approach and participate in ongoing review and evaluation of family plans.
  • Provide support to parents struggling with individual issues that impact on their parenting, such as mental health, drug and alcohol issues, family violence, disability, unstable housing, and poverty.
  • Assist families to improve their relationship, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Advocate for the needs of children, youth, and families in promoting access to services and resources.
Requirements
  • Progressing towards a relevant qualification in Community Services or a related discipline (minimum Cert III) or willing to engage in formal study via a registered training organisation.
  • Values alignment: ability to demonstrate and authentically promote Hope Community Services' values.
  • Ability to network and establish sound working relationships with related services, especially other community agencies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, and organisational skills.
  • Intermediate to advanced computer literacy using MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and efficient.
About Us

Hope Community Services is a not-for-profit organisation that has been providing community services in Western Australia for over a century. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment that promotes the health, safety, and well-being of our staff.

What We Offer
  • Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax.
  • Discounts with a major health insurance provider.
  • Access to a confidential and professional counselling service.
How to Apply

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of families affected by family violence, please submit your application. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants and encourage diversity in all its forms amongst staff and clients.



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