Full time role based in Campbelltown & Camden LGA $41.96ph - $45.15ph + Super + Salary packagingFlexible Friendly organisation, Hybrid work options available!The Benevolent Society’s vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: children, young people, and their families; First Nations Australians; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way. We use our practice wisdom to mobilise social movements that advocate for anyone in need and create social change.About the roleOur Families in Focus Program supports families through supported playgroups, transition to school and afterschool mentoring programs, with the aim to increase community engagement.DutiesUndertake assessments to develop and implement family support plansSupport families and young people through case collaboration support, including referrals and advocacy.Develop and facilitate or co-facilitate supported playgroups, transition to school programs, parent groups and workshops relating to service deliveryCoordinate with service providers including government departments and agencies, schools, health services, GP’s and allied health providers to ensure services are deliveredWork in collaboration with your Team Leader to make child protection reports and submit them to the child protection helpline when there is an identifiable riskOur Benefits We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A ‘best life’ is unique to everyone and can change as life changes. Here are a few things you might be interested in: Salary Benefits - You can package up to $15,900 pa of you pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay! Motor Vehicle Packaging Options – to suit your lifestyle. Work/Life Balance - Flexible work arrangements including part time hours, hybrid home/office work arrangements, 1 accrued day off a month for full time employees (That’s an extra 12 days off a year!). Recognition and Reward – Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years Wellness - Fitness passport + Employee Assistance Program + opportunity to purchase additional leave. Professional development – We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.Our Reconciliation Commitment – a First Nations employees are entitled up to 10 days of unpaid leave for ceremonial purposes, as well as the option to be a voice on our RAP working group, and have the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways. Skills and ExperienceDegree qualified in Social Work, Community Welfare or similar and:At least 12 months case management experience working with children and families with complex needs including experience undertaking comprehensive risk assessmentsClear understanding of child protection issues and client vulnerabilitiesDemonstrated commitment to working with diverse communities such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), and gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) communitiesGood written and verbal communication skills and drivers licenceExperience in program planning for children 0-12 years with a focus on social and emotional intelligence, delivered in a variety of settings including the community and Education SystemInterested? Apply now!To apply please submit your current CV along with a 1-page cover letter discussing your reasons for applying and suitability for the role Call Cristina on 0435 201 765 for a confidential discussion. *Internally, this role is known as a Child & Family PractitionerClick here for Position Profile 40AUDAustralia - NSWSydneySouthern Suburbs & Sutherland ShireClaymore2559
