Wanslea are looking for Family Support Workers to join our Thrive program to provide high quality support to families in public and Aboriginal housing. Support will be provided to help families maintain their tenancy, refer to other programs, build informal support networks and connect to community.
About Wanslea
Wanslea was founded in Western Australia 80 years ago and offers services across the state. We are a compassionate, caring organisation that supports families and their children with a diverse range of programs. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and actively seek to engage people who share our values; we Care, we Collaborate, we are Accountable, we have Courage, we Celebrate.
"Through opportunity and community, we grow people."
At Wanslea, you're encouraged to be your true self People aren't pegs, so we don't have 'holes' for you to fit into. People of all cultural backgrounds, ethnicity, age, ability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, identity or other are welcome, and encouraged to apply.
At Wanslea, we're committed to cultivating a healthy, positive and growth enabling environment. We are proud of our wide-ranging benefits available to this role include:
Based at our Northam Office with free parking on site
Salary starting from $87,****** per annum plus superannuation
Opportunity to salary package
Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues
The Role
The key responsibilities of this role include:
Provide practical support to clients and implement strategies and approaches aligned with case planning and goal setting including advice around tenancy rights and responsibilities, cleaning, maintenance and household routines
Identify clients who may have additional needs and liaise with the Senior Case Worker to secure appropriate referrals, resources and information
Provide detailed observational reports at the end of sessions and participate in the preparation of reports during the intervention for case reviews and feedback to referring agencies
Participate in the implementation of best practice in housing support interventions, and contribute to reviews and continuous practice improvement
Establish rapport with clients and families in order to develop trust to achieve the goals set in the case plan
Establish and maintain partnerships with local agencies and service providers to make referrals and support client engagement
Develop and implement culturally appropriate tenancy support sessions to be delivered in the family home or in small groups at a community facility
Please refer to the Position Description for a comprehensive list of essential experience and personal qualities.
Our ideal applicant will have:
Qualifications in Human Services, Community Development, Early Childhood Education and/or equivalent experience working in this field
Proven relevant experience in working with families
Demonstrated experience working with families where substance abuse, domestic/family violence and/or mental health issues are present
Demonstrated experience of working with Aboriginal families and understanding of Aboriginal family functioning
Experience in group facilitation and individual coaching
Demonstrated understanding of "child safe" environment
Sound understanding of Workplace Health and Safety
Current Working with Children Check
Current satisfactory National Police Clearance
Current WA Driver's licence
Apply Now
Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.
For any queries please contact Skye Upton, Talent Acquisition Partner on 2***
To learn more about Wanslea visit:
Wanslea reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Wanslea encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.
Wanslea is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
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