About Bethany:

At Bethany, we value people and build upon their strengths. We are innovative and for over 150 years we have been supporting individuals within the community by developing new ways of working to make a difference. We have a broad range of programs from providing early childhood education and care through our 22 Kindergartens, to tailored community services to support children and families wellbeing.

About the role:

Bethany is excited to advertise for the role of Supervised Contact Worker. This is a casual position, based at our Hamlyn Heights office. The successful applicant will work across Bethany’s Children Contact Service (CCS) and Family Engagement Service (FES). Both services offer families an independent and neutral venue where supervised contact visits for children and young people of separated parents can occur in a safe, supportive and family friendly environment.

Hours of operation for this role are Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12:30pm to 6:30pm, and Saturday from 9:00am to 5:30pm. The hours will vary dependent on service demand.

Key responsibilities:

• To supervise and support contact visits between children and their parents/guardian or significant family members ensuring that the needs and wellbeing of children and young people are prioritised at all times
• To maintain clear and detailed written records of all observations, interactions and supervised contact visits with parents and children
• To write clear and objective court reports
• To undertake assessments and provide orientation for children and parents accessing the service
• To facilitate changeover of children from one parent to another in accordance with clearly defined procedures and practice standards
• To ensure that the program policies and guidelines are adhered to in order to promote and ensure children’s safety and well-being while using the service; including compliance with all policies and procedures of the program and the organisation

About you:

• A relevant qualification or currently studying social work, psychology or other related discipline relevant to the human services sector
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of child development, family violence, trauma, and strength based practice
• Well-developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, including experience in undertaking observation of client/child behaviour
• Ability to demonstrate culturally sensitive practice, inclusive of the needs of Indigenous, LGTBI and CALD communities
• An understanding of the issues relating to family separation, parenting and the Family Law Act

What we offer:

• A diverse and inclusive environment
• Employee Assistance Program

For further information contact Rebecca Treloar on 03 5278 8122.

In order to comply with mandatory Child Safety Standards, all employment is subject to a valid and current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Please note, Bethany Community Support is an essential service, and all employees are classified as essential workers. In order to comply with the CHO directions, all employees must provide evidence of their Covid-19 vaccination.

Bethany values and celebrates diversity and is working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse people as well as those living with a disability and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles. 

A position description is attached.