Location: Karratha, Western Australia, Australia
Category: Family Support
Salary: 37 - 40 AUD / hourly
Full-time
Join MacKillop Family Services as a Family Support Worker in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Provide in-home support to carer families and work closely with case managers to ensure the safety and well-being of children and families.
- Provide regular in-home support to carer families
- Assist carers with appointments and access to community groups
- Support families after school and in the evening
- Continually assess in consultation with case workers
- Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture
- Qualification in human services or related discipline
- Ability to work collaboratively and liaise with other agencies
- Understanding of child protection and out-of-home care service system
- Salary packaging up to $18,550 per year
- Paid industry-specific training
- Fitness Passport for discounted health and fitness programs
- Employee Assistance Program for counseling and coaching
- Monthly supportive meetings with direct manager
- Sanctuary Model for a safe and supportive work environment
- Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families
- Supportive work environment
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion