Family Support Worker

1 week ago

Lane Cove, Australia Independence Australia Group Full time

Access salary packaging benefits to increase your take home pay
- Ongoing training and 1:1 support to increase your skills
- Work with purpose in a positive, inclusive social enterprise team

**If you want to make a difference by having a positive impact on peoples’ lives, then a career with Zest Care (part of Independence Australia Group) may be for you.**

**About us**
Zest Care is a person-centered organisation dedicated supporting children, young people and their families to live a happy and fulfilling life that they deserve. Our family services support children, young people and their families at different stages of their lives with personalised care designed for each individual and each family’s unique needs and goals.

**About the role**
We are looking for an experienced Family Support Worker who can build strong relationships with families, adapt to their evolving needs, and ensure the safety and well-being of children. A solid understanding of child protection is key.
Enjoy a consistent Sunday shift each week, with the opportunity to pick up extra shifts in nearby suburbs
- Monitor family time to ensure a safe and supportive environment for the children
- Model positive parenting practices and support the development of healthy, meaningful family relationships
- Fulfil all required compliance, documentation, and reporting responsibilities
- Promote positive interaction and engagement between parents and children
- Provide trauma-informed care by offering comfort, reassurance, and redirection as needed

**About you**
- Strong report writing skills with experience preparing documentation suitable for court proceedings
- Demonstrated experience working with children impacted by trauma, using a trauma-informed approach
- Skilled in identifying signs of child abuse and responding appropriately in line with reporting protocols
- Possesses a valid Australian Driver’s License and access to a reliable, fully insured vehicle
- Currently holds, or is willing to obtain, a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check

**Why work with us**
As a valued member of our team, you have access to a range of benefits and perks to ensure you thrive at Zest Care, including:

- Access salary packaging benefits to increase your take home pay by reducing your taxable income
- We pay your Superannuation fortnightly to help grow your balance faster
- We will reimburse you for the cost of things like First Aid/CPR training
- Access free confidential counselling and support from our Employee Assistance Program
- As a social enterprise, we aren’t solely reliant on external funding which means better job security so you can focus on providing quality care and services to our customers

**Work with Purpose**
Our focus is on helping individuals to reach their goals, whether these relate to getting out and about more within the community, becoming more independent in their own home, helping with shopping and meal preparation, setting up an exercise program, or learning new skills by attending relevant classes.
Join the Zest Care team (part of Independence Australia Group) to help people with disability, as well as vulnerable children and their families, get the most out of their NDIS plans and reach their full potential.

**For a rewarding career where you can make a real difference and positive impact on peoples’ lives, APPLY NOW.**

Zest Care is dedicated to creating a child-safe workplace. Safeguarding Children & Young People is one of our priorities.

**Commitment to Diversity

  • Disability Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Lane Cove, Australia Leaders Care Full time

    We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced support worker to join our team! About us Leaders Care is a respected NDIS provider of innovative quality support, working hard to improve the lifestyle and general wellbeing of our clients. As an organisation we are committed to providing the highest quality of care both at home and out in the...

  • Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Lane Cove, Australia Montessori Care Full time

    Montessori Care is a registered NDIS service provider of in-home aged care and disability supports. We are currently seeking enthusiastic Support Workers to join our diverse team in Sydney's Lower North Shore. **The role**: As a Support Worker, you will provide direct support to individuals with disabilities or aged care needs. You will play a vital role in...

  • Workers Compensation Specialist

    4 days ago

    Lane Cove, Australia Ability Group Full time

    At ABILITY GROUP we are proudly unique! Our culture is reflective of great people being core to everything we do. Our company is boutique, dynamic, people, health & safety focused. Our directors are passionate, engaging & supportive. Our people strive to be their best, help others & provide service excellence with a smile. Make a difference Start or advance...

  • Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

    1 week ago

    Lane Cove, Australia ORS Full time

    Join our fun and supportive multidisciplinary team in Lane Cove! - One of Australia’s largest family owned Allied Health services providers - Gain access to the best professional development and mentors in the industry The ORS Positive Behaviour Support division is expanding and we are seeking our next clinician to join us! You will join a national team...

  • Community Support Worker

    2 days ago

    Lane Cove, Australia Catholic Healthcare Full time

    **Job Description**: **Community Support Worker - In Home Aged Care** - ** Generous pay increases! $29.71 - $33.51 per hour + Super**: - Flexible start & finish time - choose your hours! - Significant training & support provided - No experience needed! - Km reimbursement + Paid travel time + Leave loading **The Position**: We are currently recruiting...

  • Home Care Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Lane Cove, Australia Silverchain Full time

    **Job Description** The Opportunity** When was the last time you made a difference in someone's life? It takes a special person to be a Home Care Worker and help the older members of our community to maintain their home and enhance their wellbeing. We are looking for just that person to join the Silverchain team in the Chatswood area. **What’s on...

  • Support Worker

    3 days ago

    Cooloola Cove, Australia Point Care Pty Ltd. Full time

    Cooloola Cove, Australia | Posted on 13/12/2023 Point Care offers a wide range of disability services. At Point Care, it is our pleasure to see people with disabilities achieve their goals. If you can dream it, we can support you in achieving it. Job Description About Point Care: Point Care is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities...

  • Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Cooloola Cove, Queensland, Australia Point Care Pty Ltd. Full time

    Cooloola Cove, Australia | Posted on 13/12/2023Point Care offers a wide range of disability services. At Point Care, it is our pleasure to see people with disabilities achieve their goals. If you can dream it, we can support you in achieving it.Job DescriptionAbout Point Care:Point Care is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by...

  • Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Cooloola Cove, Queensland, Australia Point Care Pty Ltd. Full time

    Cooloola Cove, Australia | Posted on 13/12/2023Point Care offers a wide range of disability services. At Point Care, it is our pleasure to see people with disabilities achieve their goals. If you can dream it, we can support you in achieving it.Job DescriptionAbout Point Care:Point Care is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by...

  • Casual Disability Support Worker

    6 days ago

    Lane Cove North, Australia Waves of Ability Full time

    At Waves Of Ability, we practice person-centred care. We are a small business that prioritise our participants needs by focusing on their individual goals and pushing limits! We are a high energy business looking for support workers that are willing to go above and beyond for participants care. We give 110% to every booking and will not accept anything...