Child and Family Practitioner

1 day ago


Belconnen, ACT, Australia Capital Region Community Services Full time

Description:

Join Capital Region Community Services (CRCS) as our Child and Family Practitioner, and work with the team that aims to offer integrated service model and partner with children, Educators and parents/carers to provide opportunities for children to meet their full potential and thrive.

About the Role

The Child and Family Practitioner will be based at Chandler Street (Belconnen region), and support parents from Ginninderra ELC as well as external members from the community.

Through group work and home visits, the incumbent will work in partnership with the internal stakeholders to deliver various service offerings across the programs, such as:

Parent/carer education in small groups and one-on-one

Parent/carer and peer support groups

Targeted support to early education support services

Targeted interventions for children and families/caregivers

Delivery of evidence-based therapeutic programs

Key Responsibilities

Works with parents/caregivers/educators through the use of evidence based parenting and therapeutic support to increase the socioemotional wellbeing of children and families.

Actively involved in the coordination, development and implementation of group programs and education sessions.

Assists Participants to identify and plan strategies to achieve their personal goals within a person-centered framework.

Develops trusting, positive and professional relationships with Participants and service providers.

Provides information to Participants and advocates when necessary to facilitate access to services.

About You

You are a compassionate and dynamic leader who thrives in complex service environments. You bring:

Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Early Childhood Education or equivalent are essential. If you are a Psychologist, current registration or eligibility for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia to practice as a Psychologist is also essential. For Social Workers, you must be eligible for AASW Qualified Social Worker membership.

Demonstrated ability to engage and work collaboratively with vulnerable parents and families.

Knowledge and understanding of mental health and socioemotional developmental issues, their relationship to child development, and strategies to support these.

Experience in the planning, facilitation and delivery of group programs.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with government and non- government stakeholders.

CRCS is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all young children and young people. As part of our commitment to child safeguarding, we require all employees to undergo relevant screening processes, including Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) checks and National Police Checks.

Why Choose CRCS?

Capital Region Community Services (CRCS) provides a wide range of high quality, integrated and inclusive programs and services to individuals, families, children and young people in the Belconnen and wider Capital Region. CRCS works with community members, local organisations and businesses to develop responsive programs, services and activities that support self-determination and reduce social isolation. Strong relationships with government and other community services enhance CRCS's capacity to achieve our vision of an inclusive, connected community.

A supportive, values-driven workplace

Being part of a team that genuinely cares about community wellbeing

Discounted early education and care program services

15 days personal leave and 17.5% annual leave loading

Access to salary packaging up to $15,900 (increase your take home pay) for living expenses and additional $2650 for Meal and Entertainment allowance

3 additional leave days between Christmas and New Year

Commitment to supporting your professional development

Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

CRCS values diversity in every form and strongly encourages applications from:

  • First Nations people
  • LGBTQIA+ communities
  • People with disabilities
  • Multicultural backgrounds
  • Mature age applicants and carers

Apply Now

If you're ready to bring your heart to work and create lasting impact in your community, we want to hear from you. Submit your cover letter, statement addressing the selection criteria and updated resume. Reach out to Jessica Heirich via email if you have any questions.


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