Family Support Worker

time left to apply End Date: September 17, 2025 (23 days left to apply)job requisition id JR113557Family Support Worker | Cairns | Family SupportEmployment Term: Permanent Part-time (45.6 hours per fortnight, 3 days per week)Remuneration: $44.58 per hour + Super + $15,900 NFP Salary Packaging & $2,650 for meals & entertainmentMake a meaningful difference with UnitingCareAt UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the protection of vulnerable people and children, financial resilience and family wellbeing.
Our FaDS (Family and Disability Services) team work passionately across Queensland to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.As a Family Support Worker, you'll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about.
Let's make a meaningful difference, together
Your part in our UnitingCare teamThis position provides a holistic response to the needs of each individual in the family and to the family unit as a whole.The Family Support Worker will provide:Therapeutic, practical and educative assistance as requiredLink them with services and resources within the community.Facilitating effective group support/education sessions including parenting and playgroupsWhat makes a difference for us?
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant human services field and demonstrated skillsSound knowledge gained through substantial experience working with children and families.Sound knowledge of and demonstrated ability to utilise therapeutic processes and practices including the ability to analyse, evaluate and make objective judgments and recommendations.Current Drivers Licence.Working with Children Check (Blue Card)Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.What makes a difference for you?
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceNFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum.
To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: SalaryPackagingExplainedA recognition and rewards platform , providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government schemeDiversity and inclusive leave , offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural eventsCareer development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful differenceA positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving othersWe'd love you to be part of our UnitingCare familyJoining our FaDS, team, you'll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family.
The second-largest Queensland employer, we're a proud not-for-profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen's Hospital, and St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years.Child safe, Child friendlyUnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will:provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for childrenimplement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our servicesappropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occurDiversity & InclusionOur approach is simple– everybody iswelcome here.
At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values.We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person.
We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support.
We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.Join the UnitingCare familyUnitingCare is the second-largest Queensland employer, with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of UnitingCare, BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen's Hospital, and St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital.When you join the UnitingCare family, you are part of something bigger.
We are a proud not-for-profit with a compassionate and inclusive team who are committed to the work we do.
People who want to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts.For more than 100 years we've been inspired by our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. work with us?
We're on a mission to make a meaningful difference every day, working with thousands of Australians to ensure they live life in all its fullness.We want people who are great as individuals, and even better in a team.
People who stand up for what is right.
Who are open to new ideas.
Who champion innovation.
Who lead through learning, and lead by example.So, if you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, to grow, thrive and to be rewarded, it's time you joined our UnitingCare familiy.UnitingCare - Join usWe invite you to Introduce Yourself to assist us in finding a position that aligns with your interests and skills.
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