Across Tasmania, children are facing more and more challenges to their development. At 54 reasons in the South West and South East , we provide critical support to families who need it most. Through a variety of programs and individual case management , you’ll provide professional support to families with complex needs. This is your opportunity to help children reach their potential and give them a chance to thrive.
54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit.
Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that everyone understands their rights. So that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.
We champion the children, young people and families we work with. We are inspired by the curiosity and creativity of children and motivated by the love of those who care for them.
With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers, advocating with them so that children develop, learn, and are connected, safe and confident. Our people are proudly local, reflective of the communities we serve - in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities.
Where you come in:
In this part-time, maximum term role (30.4 hours per week, until end of June 2023, with potential for extension), you’ll collaborate with a Child Development Specialist to deliver programs and services that promote positive approaches to parenting and family wellbeing. Based in the Hobart office, you’ll work with our Cool 4 School and Family Support Team and report to our Children and Family Team Leader.
You will make an impact by:
Providing individual support and strengths-based case management to families, strengthening their links to the community and developing confidence in their support network Building strong, lasting connections with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds Proactively developing strong relationships with other service providers Actively encouraging vulnerable, detached or fearful families to engage with our programs
Does this sound like you?
You’re truly passionate about standing up for children. Your experience working with families 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:
Formal tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Health or allied areas preferred, or significant equivalent experience Well-developed time management, organisational and data collection skills Understanding of the importance of child development Exceptional communications skills and the ability to build lasting connections Driver’s licence (a car will be provided for work use)
Working at 54 reasons is more than just a job.
We are a learning organisation that invests in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is 680+ people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.
We are creative, connected and accountable, bringing energy, guts and ideas to all we do to champion children in Australia and partner with families, communities and partners to bring about change.
Our people work from both home and office, with important moments held in-person to foster belonging and support professional development. Our leave provisions include personal, ceremonial and family violence leave as well as the ability to purchase additional leave.
Other benefits include:
Award rate salary (SCHADS Level 5.1) plus full salary packaging benefits Festive leave in addition to regular leave benefits Opportunity to work on additional projects alongside business as usual Individual learning plans to assist in your career development Internal employment and development opportunities
Sound interesting?
We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on one of the buttons in the ‘Apply’ section.
Applications close Sunday 18th December 2022.
Position Description – Family Support Specialist CaPS
For any queries about the role, please contact Amanda Midgley, Team Leader, on amanda.midgley@54reasons.org.au. For more information about the team and the program that the role works in, see our Program Profile.
54 reasons is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation. Successful applicants are required to provide evidence of vaccination against COVID-19, or proof of medical exemption.
We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure it's straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know! We’re dedicated to ensuring 54 reasons is a workplace suitable for all people and can modify our processes to suit you – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.
54 reasons 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. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.
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