Support Worker (Fathers And Families Support Program)

Well-known and respected program, providing early intervention to families and children in rural and remote regions. Murray Bridge base.The RoleThe Fathers and Families Support service provides a flexible outreach service by using soft entry points to engage with families. This includes vulnerable and disadvantaged families, those experiencing social isolation and a range of personal and economic barriers to community participation. Through a variety of different mediums including educational, recreational and physical activities. The program builds resilience, life skills and wellbeing of children; increases positive parenting skills; strengthens family relationships; facilitates support to families at risk; builds community capacity and improves community connection.The Support Worker will work collaboratively with the Program Family Practitioner and Program Manager to help meet program objectives and support the Family Practitioner to deliver group work activities including planning and assisting to facilitating events as needed.This position is funded on a fixed term opportunity until 30 June 2026.See attached position description for full details.What you need to bringEssential

• Degree in Social Work or an equivalent qualification
• Minimum one year experience in a similar role
• Excellent time management skills
• High level computer literacy
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People
• Valid Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check
• National Police Check
• Valid Driver’s Licence

Desirable

• Experience in establishing or assisting in programs and building connections with a broad range of stakeholders and services
• Experience in working with men
• Experience using Penelope electronic client management system

What's in it for you

• SCHCADS Award 2010 Level 4 $41.52 per hour + super
• Generous salary packaging to help increase your take home pay
• Meal and entertainment card option available
• Client centred, committed and inclusive team
• Experienced and supportive leadership
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 6 weeks parental leave for primary carer and 2 weeks for secondary carer
• Health insurance discounts with Bupa

Who we areEach year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare Catholic Family Services - Our StoryHow to ApplyPlease submit your resume and cover letter (as one document) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role as outlined in the position description. To access the position description or submit your application click on the Apply button.For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Andy Wong, Program Manager, on 08 8215 6708.Applicants close at 5:00pm on Friday, 10 May 2024.Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.With respect, no agencies please.