• 50D role - Aboriginality is a requirement for this position.
• Carnarvon based
• Part time - 70 hours per fortnight
• Contract until 31/12/2021

About us…

Ngala is a leading parenting organisation and has been serving the Western Australian community for 130 years. Ngala strives to enhance the experience of parenting and the development of children 0-18 years of age. We offer numerous programs and have multiple projects all aimed at meeting our core goals. Ngala is an organisation that values children and families and offers a great place to work.

Our Purpose - Supporting parents, families and communities to enhance the well being and development of children and young people.

Our Way - Listening and responding to parents and the changing needs of families and communities, to meet the challenges of raising children and young people, by offering a range of inclusive, evidence based support services.

Our Impact - When parents and families are confident and communities are strong, safe and healthy, children and young people will achieve their full potential.

The Position

We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Family Support Officer, based in Carnarvon.

Aboriginality is a requirement for this position.

This is a part time role, working 70 hours per fortnight, with the contract ceasing 31/12/2021.

The role is to support families, parents, carers and children so that school aged children attend school every day.

Under the guidance and direction of a Family Mentor and the Remote School Attendance Strategy (RSAS) Team Leader, the Family Support Officer will work with the RSAS team, other Ngala programs, schools, government agencies, and other service providers to improve school attendance.

Additional requirements of the role include:

• Participating in home visits and other activities with the Family Mentor to build relationships and engage with families
• Providing practical support to work alongside families
• Talking with community members and participating in community events and activities to promote the importance of daily attendance at school

We are looking for someone who has experience working with the community and who is passionate about helping children and their families.

Enquiries: Please direct all enquiries to Nancy Kirby on 08 9921 4477.

Please Note: All applications will remain in our secure system.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of this land and pay respect to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation.

Bring your passion for children and families to one of Perth's oldest and leading community services providers

Ngala is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

“Ngala is committed to ensuring that all staff who work with children are immunised against Whooping Cough (Pertussis) and Influenza for the ongoing protection of our clients".