School‑Hour Family Support Specialist

Iaawg; Young; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 71,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging (NFP)

Counselling support

Volunteering opportunities

Extra leave

Job summary

Mission Australia invites applications for a part-time Family Support Worker in Young, NSW. The role offers 25 hours per week from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM during term time with flexibility in school holidays.

The position supports families through the Medicare Mental Health Centre, providing wrap-around services, parenting skills, and connection to services, contributing to safer, stronger families. Applicants should have a relevant diploma or higher, prior case management experience, and clearances.

Qualifications

• Relevant Diploma qualifications or higher in Community Services, Mental Health, AOD or equivalent.
• Experience in case management and delivery of living skills and/or parenting programs.
• Knowledge of issues facing vulnerable families and their children.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence.
• National police history check and Working with children/vulnerable persons clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Engage families in partnership with Medicare Mental Health Centre.
• Provide strengths-based holistic case management to families.
• Conduct assessments to identify family needs.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans.
• Offer guidance and resources to promote healthy environments for children.
• Advocate for families and children's needs within the community.
• Support parents to implement strategies and build necessary skills.
• Facilitate evidence-based parenting programs for families.
• Provide on-call services for the program when required.
• Document all client services and maintain up-to-date files.
• Work with Mission Australia and Medicare Mental Health Centre to follow program guidelines.

Education

Diploma or higher in Community Services / Mental Health / AOD

Job description

Mission Australia invites applications for a part-time Family Support Worker in Young, NSW. The role offers 25 hours per week from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM during term time with flexibility in school holidays.

The position supports families through the Medicare Mental Health Centre, providing wrap-around services, parenting skills, and connection to services, contributing to safer, stronger families. Applicants should have a relevant diploma or higher, prior case management experience, and clearances.