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FAMILY CONTACT WORKER

FAMILY CONTACT WORKER

Lifestyle SolutionsCentral West Slopes, NSW, AU
15 days ago
Job description

About the Role

Supervise and support safe family contact for children in care. Based in Parkes with travel to carer homes and community locations as needed.

Benefits

  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free including an extra $2,650 meal and entertainment benefit
  • Casual shifts with across mornings, afternoons & the potential for occasional overnights
  • Use of a pool vehicle for transport during shifts
  • Paid training and 24 / 7 incident response support
  • Career pathways in Out of Home Care and child protection
  • 41-$43 p / h SCHADS Award based on qualifications.

Duties

  • Transport and supervise family contact visits
  • Write clear, detailed reports after each visit
  • Support care plans with Case Managers
  • Identify and report child protection concerns
  • Manage visits when not in the child's best interest

    • Skills & Experience

  • Diploma in Community Services (or related field) preferred but not required
  • Valid Driver’s Licence, WWCC, First Aid & NDIS clearance
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to manage conflict and work with diverse families
  • Understanding of child safety and car restraint laws
  • Must be available for a range of shifts

    • Lifestyle Solutions

    Lifestyle Solutions supports equality, diversity, and inclusion. We create safe spaces where children, young people, and staff are valued and respected.

    How to Apply

    Apply online. For questions, contact Hannah at hannah.derjeu@lifestylesolutions.org.au. Shortlisting is ongoing—apply early. All roles require screening and police checks.

    We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome, actively support and promote the employment of people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds and other diversity groups.

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