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    Family Contact Worker - Sydney, Australia - Lifestyle Solutions

    Lifestyle Solutions
    Lifestyle Solutions Sydney, Australia

    1 week ago

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    Description

    Family Contact Worker

  • Casual positions available with occasional weekend work
  • Western Sydney location with travel to carers homes
  • Foster Care/Out of Home Care experience preferred

    • This position will involve travel to the carers' home to promote the connections a child or young person has to their families. The Family Contact Worker will be required to support and supervise contact between children and young people and their families. A Pool Car will be used to transport the young people.

    The role

  • Provide transport to and from and supervise contact for children and young people with their families
  • Provide comprehensive reports outlining these activities and interactions driving contact
  • Work alongside the Case Manager and ensure the case plan developed is relevant and meets the need of the child and young person
  • Advise the Case Manager of any child protection issues immediately
  • Take initiative to cease contact if the visit is not meeting the child or young person's needs
  • Embrace cultural needs and views of children and young people
  • Embrace diversity, positivity and adopt an anti-bias approach

    • About you

  • Understanding of and experience working with children and young people in Out Of Home Care
  • Diploma in Community Services or above
  • Demonstrated ability to identify any risks of contact to children and young people
  • Ability to work in an environment whereby there is conflict between carers and natural parents
  • High level of report writing ability with excellent literacy skills, written and oral communication skills
  • Understanding and knowledge of current child car restraint legislation
  • Knowledge of Permanency Support Program and ability to comply with relevant legislation and regulations
  • Current Drivers Licence (Mandatory requirement)
  • Current Working with Children Check Card (valid for paid work)
  • Current NDIS Worker Clearance (or willing to obtain)
  • Current First Aid Certificate, HLTAID003 (or willing to obtain)

    • We offer

  • Salary based on SCHADS dependent on qualifications and experience
  • Paid training and opportunities for career development
  • 24/7 crisis and incident response support
  • Free confidential counselling support for employees and close family members

    • About us

    We provide services to people with disability, young people and children in out-of-home care, their families and communities. We believe everyone is equal. You can learn more about us here.

    How to apply

    All applications must be lodged online.

    For all enquiries,

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