About Centacare
Since 2001, Centacare, a Social Services Agency of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale, has been a vital part of the local community—supporting individuals, families, and the broader community across a wide range of social welfare services.
We welcome everyone—regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender, or ability.
Our work is guided by our core values: Dignity | Solidarity | Subsidiarity | Common Good.
The Role
You'll walk alongside families—offering practical parenting education, leading inclusive playgroups, running school readiness programs, coordinating care for families with complex needs, and building community connections through outreach and events. You'll be part of a supportive team committed to strengthening resilience and wellbeing in rural communities.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver family support, parenting education, supported parent groups/playgroups, school readiness programs, and (where applicable) home visiting.
* Provide care coordination and case management for families with complex needs—building long-term, holistic relationships.
* Facilitate community outreach, education, and development activities to grow local capacity.
* Support participants to build skills, confidence, and community connections.
* Ensure services are responsive to community needs and integrate with other local supports.
* Maintain strong stakeholder relationships for collaborative service delivery.
* Keep accurate records, maintain client file security, and apply professional ethics.
* Stay current with industry developments and assist other programs/clients as required.
Skills & Experience (Essential)
* Relevant qualifications in welfare or related fields and/or extensive experience working with families with complex needs.
* Experience in case management and program delivery—including development, implementation, coordination, review, and evaluation.
* Ability to engage with complex families; experience in childcare/playgroups or similar settings.
* Experience working with Aboriginal and CALD communities.
* Strong relationship-building skills with multi-faceted services.
* Current driver's licence and ability to travel regularly (including overnight stays).
Your Employee Benefits
* Competitive salary with salary packaging options.
* Professional development opportunities.
* A supportive and inclusive team environment.
Safeguarding & Screening
Centacare is committed to the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. Employment screening checks—such as Working With Children Check, National Criminal History Check, and National Disability Worker Screening Check—are mandatory for staff working with young people or adults-at-risk. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to abuse.
Ready to Apply?
Rolling recruitment: interviews will be scheduled as suitable applications are received—don't wait to apply
Applications close: 4:00 PM, Wednesday 14 January 2026.
To apply via SEEK, click Apply and submit:
* A cover letter/statement addressing the Essential Criteria
* Your resume
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