Community & Disbaility Support Worker – Katoomba, Nsw & Blue Mountains Area

Chosen Family; Sydney; Hybride; AUD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Chosen Family is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to assist families in need with emotional support, assessments, and access to community resources. You will work closely with diverse families to develop tailored support plans and coordinate with housing, healthcare, and employment services.

The role emphasizes strong communication, confidentiality, and teamwork, with opportunities to collaborate with social workers, counselors, and service providers to achieve positive outcomes for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field.
• Experience with families in crisis or in need of support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide emotional support and guidance to families in need.
• Conduct assessments to determine family needs and develop individualized plans.
• Connect families with community resources such as housing, job training, healthcare.
• Facilitate communication between family members and service providers.
• Maintain accurate records of all interactions with families.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with professionals to achieve outcomes.

Connaissances

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Independent work

Formation

Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field

Description du poste

Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Support Worker to provide assistance and support to families in need.

• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, counseling, or a related field, and will be able to work effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Responsibilities: Provide emotional support and guidance to families in need
• Conduct assessments to determine the needs of families and develop individualized plans to address those needs
• Connect families with community resources and services, such as housing assistance, job training, and healthcare
• Facilitate communication and cooperation between family members and other service providers
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions with families
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for families
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field
• Experience working with families in crisis or in need of support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

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