Neighbourhood Centre Support Worker: Build Strong Families

Centacare Brisbane; Kingaroy; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Company vehicle

Make a difference

Job summary

Centacare Brisbane is seeking a compassionate Neighbourhood Centre Support Worker for fixed-term maternity leave cover in Kingaroy. The role is part-time, 22.5 hours per week, Tue-Thu, 8:30am–4:30pm, with remuneration of $46.70/hr plus Super.

You will provide person-centred support to children, families and individuals, coordinate group programs and connect clients with services, while upholding safeguarding standards and working within CFRS values.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in Youth Worker, Support Worker, or Community Services, or studying related degree.
• Current Australian driver’s licence.
• Willing to obtain a Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Willing to obtain a National Police Check or have one within the last 6 months.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to children, young people and families from diverse backgrounds, building positive, respectful and trusting relationships.
• Plan, organise and co-facilitate group programs, community events and workshops, including psychoeducational and therapeutic-based activities.
• Help clients access universal and targeted services, providing referrals and connecting them with community resources.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, families, carers, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate client records, case notes and reports, contributing to service planning and improvement.
• Deliver flexible support across schools, homes, clinics and community settings, upholding WHS and policies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative working

Trauma-informed approach

Person-centred approach

Education

Bachelor of Social Work / Psychology / Counselling

Job description

Centacare Brisbane is seeking a compassionate Neighbourhood Centre Support Worker for fixed-term maternity leave cover in Kingaroy. The role is part-time, 22.5 hours per week, Tue-Thu, 8:30am–4:30pm, with remuneration of $46.70/hr plus Super.

You will provide person-centred support to children, families and individuals, coordinate group programs and connect clients with services, while upholding safeguarding standards and working within CFRS values.