Children's Worker - Cabramatta, Australia - Uniting

Uniting

Verified Company

Cabramatta, Australia

2 days ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

beBee Recruiter

Description

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking supportive and adaptable Child Care Workers to join our Supporting Play Groups and Children program in the Cabramatta Local Government Area.

As a children's worker, you will;

Provide therapeutic supported play with children and their parents
Program and plan age appropriate activities
Facilitate, set up and pack up materials for play group
Work closely with the play facilitator in conducting child assessments and referrals

What you need to succeed:

Minimum Certificate III in Children's Services, with experience working with children from birth to 5 years
Must hold a current WWCC and First Aid Certificate
Knowledge of child protection and mandatory reporting
Demonstrated experience in working with children (06) who are displaying challenging behaviours (desirable)
Some experience and/or training in using play as a therapeutic and educational tool with children is preferred, with a passion to build your skills in this area.
Experience of working with diversity including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and culturally and linguistically diverse families.
Own reliable transport is essential, as you will be required to work across multiple centres in the Cabramatta LGA.

What we offer: