Child Wellbeing Worker

Are you looking to join a diverse team making a positive difference?

About CatholicCare NT and the Program

CatholicCare NT is a Catholic social service agency established in the Diocese of Darwin. We provide services throughout the NT, including service centres in Darwin, Palmerston, Malak, Tiwi Islands, Daly River, Wadeye, Jabiru, Maningrida, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Santa Teresa, Titjikala, Finke and APY lands.

The Nauiyu Safe House and Milikapiti Family Safe House provide safe and secure accommodation for victims of domestic and family violence (DFV) so that their immediate needs are met, and their risk of immediate harm is reduced. The Safe Houses support victim survivors and family members, including children, through accommodation, risk assessment, safety planning, referrals, client advocacy, case management and other immediate support. Wellbeing services are also provided to support future safety and recovery, address the effects of trauma, reduce isolation and support emotional and physical health.

The Contact Centre Services provides a safe and neutral space for supervised contact visits and changeovers for families experiencing a high level of conflict post separation. The core goals of the program are to provide children with the opportunity of re-establishing or maintaining meaningful relationships with both parents and other significant people in their lives, and to achieve sustained and workable long term arrangements.

About the role

The Child Wellbeing Worker is responsible for providing one-on-one or group-based wellbeing services to children, using a Strengths Based Approach with children and families, through trauma-informed and Culturally Responsive Healing and Wellbeing Programs. Support can be provided directly to children, or in conjunction with support and programs for their parents. The Worker will support children through the Safe Houses and Children’s Contact centre.

What we are looking for

• Relevant qualifications in Social Work or Welfare Studies with substantial experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience working with children who have experienced trauma or violence.
• Understanding of child advocacy, rights, and trauma-informed care.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, particularly in engaging with children. Strong interpersonal and communication skills including case note writing.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people in both urban and remote communities.

CatholicCare NT Employee Benefits

• Six Weeks Annual Leave
• Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 p/a)
• Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well known retailers
• Access to Wellbeing Centre providing support to a healthier and happier life
• Relocation assistance offered

How to Apply

For a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website. www.catholiccarentcareers.org.au

Applications Close: 9am Thursday 04 April 2024

Interviews on: Friday 12 April 2024 – 9am to 12pm

Applications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.

DARWIN

The Northern Territory is one of the most culturally diverse places in the world.

Darwin is a vibrant coastal town with an easy commute, lively and diverse culture and situated right next door to world heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Full of contrasting landscapes and diverse habitats, the rugged cliffs of Arnhem Land escarpment hide deep sandstone gorges and pockets of monsoon rainforests, with innumerate waterfalls cascading into pools lined with pandanus and gum trees.

In this role you will have the privilege of working closely with multicultural families and communities It will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in an amazing part of the world. This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn about yourself, other cultures and grow professionally at the same time as making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Safeguarding Children & Young People

CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities.

Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card.

If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to you employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.