Play Facilitator - Newpin

NSW Health; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable families through innovative programs. This part-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact by facilitating therapeutic play sessions and fostering positive relationships between parents and children. With a focus on trauma-informed practices, you will help create a nurturing environment that promotes self-regulation and emotional well-being. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant tertiary qualification and a strong understanding of attachment theory. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children (0-5 years) in a therapeutic setting.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and managing challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic play sessions for parents and children.
• Support positive parent-child relationships and implement trauma-informed practices.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Attachment theory

Therapeutic relationship development

Positive parenting skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Job description

About The Opportunity

This is a permanent part-time opportunity working 21 hours per week, based at Newpin Port Kembla. The role requires availability from Wednesday to Friday.

Who We Are

The Newpin program specialises in supporting parents to work towards having their children safely returned to their care.

About You In The Role

1. Facilitate therapeutic play sessions for parents and children (0-5 years).
2. Support the development of positive parent-child relationships.
3. Provide strategies to guide children’s behaviour and promote self-regulation.
4. Implement trauma-informed practices in a safe and nurturing environment.
5. Collaborate with the team to create stimulating, educational play programs.

About You

1. Tertiary qualification in a relevant field with experience working with children (0-5 years).
2. Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and attachment theory.
3. Experience in developing therapeutic relationships and managing challenging behaviours.
4. Ability to support parents in developing positive parenting skills.

Appropriate cultural knowledge and understanding of First Nations history, challenges, and protocols are important for delivering effective services. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to join our positive and respected team, please apply now. You must upload your resume and a cover letter responding to the following targeted questions (maximum 3 A4 pages):

1. TQ1: Demonstrated ability to work with children who have experienced trauma and have lived experience in the child protection system.
2. TQ2: Demonstrated skills and experience providing therapeutic activities and guiding a trauma-responsive play space.
3. TQ3: Demonstrated skills and experience creating a safe therapeutic space for children and their parents.

For further information, contact Belinda Condon from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

Employment is subject to satisfactory background checks, including National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and references.

Closing date: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 30th April 2025.

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT is a diverse, purpose-led team committed to making a difference through social justice advocacy, community services, and spiritual care. We focus on supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals across all life stages. Our values are compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness, which guide our inclusive, safe, and person-centred culture.

We acknowledge the sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples, paying respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation dedicated to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of children and young people.