Aurukun Shire Council
Family Support Worker
Job Location
Nundah, Australia
Job Description
Family Support Worker
About the Organisation
Aurukun Shire Council (ASC) is an Indigenous community with a population of around 1400 people. Council provides a variety of services to the community that include provision of education, health, community, and welfare services; operation of airport, postal and bank agencies; development and maintenance of roads and housing. Funding is received through both State and Federal governments.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director Community Services, the Family Support Worker will undertake an educative and supportive role in family child rearing practices and activities programs. You will encourage and support access to participation in early childhood education and care services and use evidence-based approaches to support children’s emotional and behavioral development.
Key Accountabilities
Form relationships with young parents that to facilitate the establishment of an educative and supportive role in family child rearing practices. This involves regular home visits, consistent communication, and culturally sensitive approaches to support family child-rearing practices.
Encourage and support access to, and participation in early childhood education and care services (playgroup, long day care, pre-Prep and Prep) in Aurukun. This includes organizing information sessions, providing transportation assistance, and collaborating with local education providers.
Liaise and network with all relevant agencies. Develop strong partnerships with healthcare providers, social services, and educational institutions to create a comprehensive support network for families.
Train, supervise and mentor Wik or Wik Waya person/s who will be employed. Implement a structured training program that includes regular supervision, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities to empower local staff
Work to eliminate risk factors known to contribute to adverse developmental outcomes in children. Implement a structured training program that includes regular supervision, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities to empower local staff.
Identify strategies to address the behavioural problems in children including those that will enhance the skills and confidence in parents. Use evidence-based approaches to support children’s emotional and behavioural development. This includes individualised support plans, therapeutic play, and parent training programs.
Develop and service activities may include (but are not limited to) information, advice and referral, individual support, family support, parenting programs and workshops, and other activities to maintain healthy functioning family life
Work accountably, responsibly and effectively in a complex community environment with minimal supervision
Source, manage and monitor funding for programs in liaison with Director of Community Services including the submission of regular reports
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes
Have attained or working towards attaining relevant Degree or Associate Diploma in a related discipline
Related work experience
High level of commitment to undertake community-based work and interact positively and work effectively in a remote Aboriginal Community
High level of ability to interact sensitively and effectively when working with children, young people and families
High level of communication, liaison, negotiation, networking, management and interpersonal skills
Sound knowledge of, and ability to teach, a range of intervention strategies relating to child behaviour
Demonstrated experience and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Indigenous people
Able to follow directions and take responsibility for your duties while working independently and as part of a team to achieve positive outcomes
Safe Food Handling (Supervision)
Positive Blue Card (working with children check)
Manual Drivers licence
Benefits
Joining ASC means becoming part of an organisation with strong cultural values with a focus on providing exceptional services to, and for, the community. You will be offered;
A starting salary in the range of $85,000.00 to $88,500.00 pa inc locality allowance, dependent on experience and qualifications
Subsidised accommodation provided
5 weeks annual leave
2 return flights per year to Cairns from Aurukun and an additional 8 days Isolation Leave in accordance with council policy
Relocation expenses in accordance with council policy
How to apply
Applications can be sent to;
Fran O'Dwyer
Human Resources Manager
Aurukun Shire Council
E: hrmanager@aurukun.qld.gov.au
Applications close 4pm Friday 1 December 2024.
Shortlisting for this position will begin immediately and Council reserves the right to fill the role prior to the nominated closing date.
To apply, you must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-employment Medical.
Location: Nundah, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
About the Organisation
Aurukun Shire Council (ASC) is an Indigenous community with a population of around 1400 people. Council provides a variety of services to the community that include provision of education, health, community, and welfare services; operation of airport, postal and bank agencies; development and maintenance of roads and housing. Funding is received through both State and Federal governments.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director Community Services, the Family Support Worker will undertake an educative and supportive role in family child rearing practices and activities programs. You will encourage and support access to participation in early childhood education and care services and use evidence-based approaches to support children’s emotional and behavioral development.
Key Accountabilities
Form relationships with young parents that to facilitate the establishment of an educative and supportive role in family child rearing practices. This involves regular home visits, consistent communication, and culturally sensitive approaches to support family child-rearing practices.
Encourage and support access to, and participation in early childhood education and care services (playgroup, long day care, pre-Prep and Prep) in Aurukun. This includes organizing information sessions, providing transportation assistance, and collaborating with local education providers.
Liaise and network with all relevant agencies. Develop strong partnerships with healthcare providers, social services, and educational institutions to create a comprehensive support network for families.
Train, supervise and mentor Wik or Wik Waya person/s who will be employed. Implement a structured training program that includes regular supervision, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities to empower local staff
Work to eliminate risk factors known to contribute to adverse developmental outcomes in children. Implement a structured training program that includes regular supervision, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities to empower local staff.
Identify strategies to address the behavioural problems in children including those that will enhance the skills and confidence in parents. Use evidence-based approaches to support children’s emotional and behavioural development. This includes individualised support plans, therapeutic play, and parent training programs.
Develop and service activities may include (but are not limited to) information, advice and referral, individual support, family support, parenting programs and workshops, and other activities to maintain healthy functioning family life
Work accountably, responsibly and effectively in a complex community environment with minimal supervision
Source, manage and monitor funding for programs in liaison with Director of Community Services including the submission of regular reports
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes
Have attained or working towards attaining relevant Degree or Associate Diploma in a related discipline
Related work experience
High level of commitment to undertake community-based work and interact positively and work effectively in a remote Aboriginal Community
High level of ability to interact sensitively and effectively when working with children, young people and families
High level of communication, liaison, negotiation, networking, management and interpersonal skills
Sound knowledge of, and ability to teach, a range of intervention strategies relating to child behaviour
Demonstrated experience and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Indigenous people
Able to follow directions and take responsibility for your duties while working independently and as part of a team to achieve positive outcomes
Safe Food Handling (Supervision)
Positive Blue Card (working with children check)
Manual Drivers licence
Benefits
Joining ASC means becoming part of an organisation with strong cultural values with a focus on providing exceptional services to, and for, the community. You will be offered;
A starting salary in the range of $85,000.00 to $88,500.00 pa inc locality allowance, dependent on experience and qualifications
Subsidised accommodation provided
5 weeks annual leave
2 return flights per year to Cairns from Aurukun and an additional 8 days Isolation Leave in accordance with council policy
Relocation expenses in accordance with council policy
How to apply
Applications can be sent to;
Fran O'Dwyer
Human Resources Manager
Aurukun Shire Council
E: hrmanager@aurukun.qld.gov.au
Applications close 4pm Friday 1 December 2024.
Shortlisting for this position will begin immediately and Council reserves the right to fill the role prior to the nominated closing date.
To apply, you must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-employment Medical.
Location: Nundah, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
Contact Information
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