Child and Family Wellbeing Worker

1 week ago

Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia TeamHEALTH Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

TeamHEALTH has become the leading not for profit provider of mental health services in the Top End of the Northern Territory. TeamHEALTH has provided outreach services, support and advocacy for Territorians with mental illness for over 30 years.

Reporting to the Program Manager the Child and Family Wellbeing Worker will deliver strength-based case management and activities to children, young people and families in line with program guidelines. Outreach support is also provided to assist in the development and implementation of participant centred Family Action Plans.

The Child and Family Wellbeing Worker will assist in establishing good referral pathways, into and out of the service in order to reach vulnerable children, young people and families who may not otherwise engage with the mental health or children's service sector.

Under the direction of the Program Manager the Child and Family Wellbeing Worker will also provide education, training and information to promote awareness of mental health to participants of the program and the community.

Although the Child and Family Wellbeing Worker provide services in the Katherine & Big Rivers Region, they at times will be required to provide support or assistance to other TeamHEALTH Programs/Regions which may include outreach support to participants utilising a psychosocial rehabilitation framework. This may entail overnight or weekly absences and travel to Darwin and other remote communities.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

  1. Diploma or Certificate level qualification in a relevant health or welfare discipline.
  2. Demonstrated experience in working with children, young people and families, including First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically diverse (CALD) people.
  3. Demonstrated understanding and application of strength-based approach, and competence in a range of interventions relevant to children and young people.
  4. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with key stakeholders including participants, community members and other services.
  5. Experience in the delivery of education to young people

Applications will be assessed progressively for this position, so speed of application is key

The successful applicant will be required to have a current National Police Certificate, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, Ochre Card, NT Driver's Licence and completed the NDIS Worker Screen and Orientation Module.

TeamHEALTH recognises the value of experience in all facets of life and work and encourages individuals with a lived experience of mental illness to apply. First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply.

TeamHEALTH offers above award conditions including 5 weeks annual leave, salary packaging and a friendly and flexible work environment. An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please note applications must include a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. The full position description can be found on the TeamHEALTH website for the position description Applications not containing a cover letter addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.

Applications close COB 16 September 2025.

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