Applications are open for the position of Family Support Worker at Encircle Ltd. This is a permanent part time position and is based at the Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre in Lawnton.

Encircle Ltd is a not for profit community owned and operated organisation for individuals and families in the Greater North Brisbane area. At a variety of locations, Encircle Ltd identifies and responds to local community needs and offers a flexible range of support services, activities and opportunities within a safe and welcoming environment. Encircle Ltd is focused on early intervention and prevention, and encourages community participation with a strong volunteering philosophy. Encircle Ltd has a growing staff team of more than 50 paid employees and 250 volunteers.

The Family Support Worker is responsible for providing quality family support case management services to vulnerable families with complex needs as part of the Greater North Brisbane Family Support Program at Encircle. The Family Support Worker provides a prevention and early intervention outreach support service to effectively assist families to achieve outcomes. This support is provided utilising a strength based, child-centred, family focused approach. The Family Support Worker reports to the Family Support Services Manager of Encircle. We are looking for an innovative individual as part of a multidisciplinary team ensuring program service delivery is effective, efficient and of a high quality to meet the needs of all stakeholders in accordance with the Department of Communities, Child Safety, and Disability Service agreements.

Encircle Ltd is looking for a qualified Family Support Worker with experience in family support and case management and a thorough knowledge of child protection legislation and practice.

This position is classified under the SCHADS award Level 4. Salary packaging is available.

Interested applicants should review the attached application package and submit an application including current resume and covering letter addressing the selection criteria.

Any enquiries for this position can be directed to Lisa Rosta, Family Support Services Manager on 3889 0063.

A position description is attached.