Intensive Family Support Worker

Community, Family and Children Services | Social/Welfare

Closing date: 14/09/2025

When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life's journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.

About the role

In this new dynamic role, you'll maintain an active caseload including intake, developing and monitoring assessments and case plans, case reviews, safety planning and providing one to one intervention based on the family's needs. You'll also establish and maintain connections with relevant support services, ensure supports are aligned with Trauma Informed, Person Centred and Strengths based practices, and participate in reference groups and projects.

This role is in partnership with Bundiyarra and will be commencing mid to late October. The position is on a part time permanent (.80FTE) basis working at our Geraldton service.

About you

You'll have commitment to providing quality support to families and children who are at risk or presenting with complex issues. You'll have experience working with diverse cultures and communities and have excellent interpersonal skills.

In addition, you will also possess:

• Qualifications within the Community Services Sector is preferred but not required
• Experience in delivering evidence based, therapeutic interventions and case work within the community or health sector
• Strong administrative, documentation and case management skills
• Ability to be flexible, innovative and work autonomously
• Drivers Licence
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)

About the benefits

You'll become part of an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming Western Australian organisation passionately committed to making a meaningful impact in the local community. Our MercyCare Promise is focused on ensuring our people are connected and empowered to make a positive difference in the heart of our communities.

As a valued team member, you'll also enjoy access to:

• Not for profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000
• Childcare discounts for your little ones
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations

To Apply

Click "Apply Now" to visit our website and submit your application. Applications close on 14 September 2025 but don't wait—apply early, as the recruitment process may begin before the closing date.

Please note all applications must be received via the online portal to be considered.

MercyCare values individuality. If you experience neurodiversity or live with a disability and would like support or accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process, reach out to us at as we would love to hear from you.

At MercyCare, every person matters.

With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.