Family Time Facilitator for Supervised Contact in Canberra

2 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Cherished Connections Full time $35,000 - $45,000 per year

Join Our Team as a Family Time Facilitator in Canberra

Are you passionate about supporting children and families? Do you have experience working with parents and children in the welfare sector? Are you confident in your ability to write objective, professional, court‑ready reports that are child‑focused? If you're available for flexible hours, including weekends, and willing to travel across Canberra, we'd love to hear from you

About Cherished Connections

Cherished Connections is a child‑focused, community‑based Children's Contact Service. We facilitate supervised visits, changeovers, virtual visits, respite care, transportation, and child familiarisation sessions. Our mission is to ensure safe, meaningful connections between children and parents, supporting positive parenting and post‑separation relationships.

About the Role

As a Family Time Facilitator, you will:

Supervise visits in neutral locations (parks, libraries, etc.), ensuring child safety.

Observe and document interactions using our report templates.

Manage visits in line with court orders or parenting agreements.

This is a contractor role with flexible hours based on your availability. Weekend work is required, with higher rates for weekend shifts. We service the Canberra region and surrounding areas across the Australian Capital Territory.

What You Need

Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Social Science, Counselling, or a related field.

Experience in family services, child protection, mental health, family law, or family violence.

Strong skills in engaging with children, managing behaviours, and de‑escalating conflict.

A high level of proficiency in written and spoken English for clear, professional communication and the preparation of comprehensive, child‑focused reports suitable for court.

Availability for flexible hours, including weekends and occasional public holidays.

Access to a computer/laptop with Microsoft Word proficiency.

A current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration and National Criminal History Check (or willingness to obtain).

A valid ABN.

A valid Australian Driver Licence and a comprehensively insured vehicle for travel across Canberra.

Desirable but not essential: Experience supervising parent‑child visits, knowledge of the family law sector, or experience working with culturally diverse communities.

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive orientation and ongoing training.

Professional support and supervision.

A collaborative, supportive team environment.

Apply Now

Send your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria to Applications are reviewed as received—don't wait

For questions, contact Aditi, Service Coordinator, on or via email.

* Make a real impact—join us in ensuring positive family time through child-focused supervision

Job Types: Subcontract, Casual

Pay: $35.00 – $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Professional development assistance
  • Travel reimbursement

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have a professional level of proficiency in English?
  • Do you hold a valid driver's licence and have access to a comprehensively insured vehicle?

Licence/Certification:

  • WWVP Card & National Police Check? (Required)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person



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