• Permanent Part Time Contract
• 25 hours per week (Mon-Fri)
• $71-77k (pro-rata) pa + super

Holdsworth Values – Trust, Kindness, Openness and Independence

Holdsworth believes in a community where all people have the support and services that they need to maintain an independent, healthy and fulfilling lives.

Our Community

Throughout the Eastern Suburbs, we support:

• children and adults living with intellectual disabilities;
• families with young children;
• older people who may be frail, ill, lacking mobility, experiencing social isolation or living with dementia;
• their families and care givers.

The Opportunity

Holdsworth is looking for a dynamic and positive person to develop and expand our range of services, to young families in eastern Sydney.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Exploring and implementing innovative programs that support families in the current environment;
• Supervising the day-to-day operation of our well-established Playgroup;
• Identifying and responding to the needs of families with young children through new and existing programs, and in collaboration with partner agencies where appropriate;
• Providing advice and referral on parenting issues;
• Supervising staff and volunteers; and
• Participating in service planning, monitoring and evaluation.

Essential attributes

• Experience working with children and families including those with special needs;
• A commitment to promoting positive parenting; excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience;
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team; and
• Tertiary qualifications in Child Care, Child Health, Social Work or other relevant discipline.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated experience providing Accidental Counselling and/or Counselling qualifications;
• Have access to a vehicle or own a vehicle to attend external meetings.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours;
• Three additional leave days over Christmas break;
• Mobile phone and laptop;
• Values-driven work environment.

If you want a rewarding role, then apply now to join us and make a real difference to people from all walks of life. Holdsworth celebrates diversity and welcomes applications from everybody.

Please download the Job Description below or from our website: https://holdsworth.org.au/work-with-us/ and please call Simon Wise on 02 9302 3600 to discuss the role.

Please note: Interviews will take place upon application. Although we appreciate the time and effort of all applicants, unfortunately only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.