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Job Title


Family Worker


Company : Illawarra Mercury


Location : Wollongong, New south wales


Created : 2025-04-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Branch: MoruyaBased in MoruyaCasual RoleThe RoleResponsibilitiesWe are currently seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Family Worker to join us in providing supervised contact service that is impartial, trauma-informed, and child centered. Reporting to the Team Leader, your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Conduct supervised visits and changeovers.Transport children to and from visits; this may include occasional interstate travel.Write up observational reports of visits according to program guidelines.Maintain confidentiality of all clients within the parameters of duty of care.Attend and contribute to team meetings and professional development.Ensure that administrative standards are maintained in accordance with the program and organisations policies.If you would like to work with us to make a positive difference in people''s lives - we want to hear from you!Why Join Us?Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference? Rewarding opportunities are available for passionate individuals to support the wider community across diverse program areas.What We OfferGenerous Salary Packaging to boost your incomeFree Parking for your convenienceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for your wellbeingOpportunities for Professional DevelopmentA Family-Friendly WorkplaceAbout UsMarymead CatholicCare is the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. Our mission is to provide quality services to people by promoting healthy, inclusive communities through relationships, partnerships and collaboration while adhering to our values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Care & Compassion and Inclusivity.About YouThe ideal person we are looking for has:Minimum Certificate III in Community Services, Early Childhood or equivalent.Demonstrated commitment to working within a person and child safety framework that is client-centered and trauma-informed.Excellent relationship building skills to maintain effective client relationships.Proven experience and ability to respond appropriately to critical incidents and to clients presenting with complex needs.Good verbal and written communication skills, and good time management skills.Computer literacy skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and simple databases.Must be available to participate in a roster to work between 7am 7pm, Thursday to Sunday, depending on program needs.Successful applicants must complete a National Police Check.You Must Also HoldA current drivers licence, andA Working with Vulnerable People Card (ACT) and/or NSW Working with Children CheckHow To ApplySubmit an updated resumeProvide a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing all listed requirements.Please send your applications to: gwen.goon@mccg.org.auClosing Date: 7 April 2025Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.Marymead CatholicCare has a commitment to child safeguarding and zero tolerance to child abuse. Marymead CatholicCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr