Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 18th Mar 2021
Save the Children Australia has operated a Kindergarten in Mooroopna since 1969. The Kindergarten is not a mainstream service - it is free for families and caters to families with one or more attributes we regard as creating vulnerability in families and their children. We need you, as a Family Support Worker, to build rapport with children and families to identify and support their needs. This is your chance to help children reach their potential. No day is the same in this 'kindergarten' environment, but every day provides new opportunities to help children smile.
We're ambitious, creative and outspoken. We stand up for children's rights. We want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence. We've been working with families and communities in Victoria as a trusted support for children for nearly 70 years. More information on our work in Victoria is available here.
In this part-time fixed-term position (30.4 hours a week over 5 days through to end of December 2021), you will collaborate with Kindergarten Educators, Koorie Engagement Support Workers, and Team Leader to provide practical support and information, supported referrals to other services as required and where appropriate one-on-one interventions. You will strengthen links to the community and develop confidence in the support network we are proud to deliver. You will be based in Mooroopna or Shepparton and report to our Team Leader, Early Childhood Education.
You will make an impact by:
You are truly passionate about standing up for children. Your experience in case management roles, 'toolkit' of strategies and ability to think on your feet will see you find solutions to complex situations. Your exceptional cultural knowledge will help you build strong connections with people from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. You have empathy, a 'can-do attitude' and most importantly, an infectious enthusiasm for your job.
This role requires:
It's the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to making the world a better place for children and working with others who feel the same. In addition to a connection to social causes, you will have access to:
We'd love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on one of the buttons in the 'Apply' section.
Position Description - Family Support Worker
At Save the Children, we seek a workforce that is as diverse as our society - in race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs - and reflects the communities we work in. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and core values and we demonstrate this commitment through all our employment practices. Our inclusive workplace culture contributes to making Save the Children a great place to work.
Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check where necessary, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
Save the Children Australia supports the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. If you are successful in your application, we will request consent to access HR held information pertaining to your last 5 years of employment. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.