Parenting Support Worker
Job No:
FLO3773
Location:
Blacktown Women and Children's Program
Flourish Australia is seeking a proactive Parenting Support Worker to join our unique Women and Children's Program at Blacktown!
The position available is:
- Full-time (76 hours per fortnight)
- Based in Blacktown
- Working Monday to Friday
- Attractive salary starting at $85,000 per annum + Super + Tax-Free Salary Packaging!
Please note - This position has been certified as a special needs program or activity in accordance with section 126A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and is only open to female applicants.
About the Opportunity
The Women and Children's Program provides supported accommodation and outreach support to mothers parenting with a mental health issue that are homeless or at risk of homelessness. As the Parenting Support Worker, you will support mothers that are parenting with a lived experience of mental health issues. The core focus of the role is to enhance and strengthen the parent/child relationship.
On a day-to-day basis you will:
- Provide comprehensive support to the mother including needs assessments, referrals and linkages.
- Assess the health, welfare and well-being of the child/ren and parents and address any concerns should they arise.
- Be the main point of contact for families that are engaged with child protection services and advocate on behalf of the child and mother
- Develop an individual plan that supports the mother to increase her parenting ability, achieve her goals and develop skills fostering independent living
- In collaboration with the mother, assess the development needs of each child and develop, implement and monitor a plan to optimise the child’s development.
- Encourage shared learning experiences, and support skill development through self-help, formal education, and through daily program delivery and shared group experiences.
- Ensure that individual support is provided to the mother that meets her recovery journey goals and is strengths based and led by her wherever possible.
To find out more about what it meant to be a Parenting Support Worker, please review the Position Description.
Please note - Successful candidates must maintain a Class C drivers license and proof of comprehensive insurance must be provided when required. You may be directed to use your private motor vehicle in the course of performing your duties when an organisational pool motor vehicle is unavailable. You will receive the Travelling Transport and Fares Allowance when using your private vehicle for work related purposes.
Who we are
Flourish Australia is one of Australia’s most experienced community mental health organisations. Our purpose is to support people to flourish, believe in their futures, and become contributing members of the community.
Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person’s experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs.
Our positions are open to all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to the participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities and mature age candidates.
Selection Criteria:
- A relevant degree in Behavioural Sciences as recognised by Flourish Australia with a minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
- A strong commitment and advanced understanding of recovery-based practice in the workplace.
- Knowledge of the local area and its health services and other community services.
- Understanding of the challenges faced by people with a lived experience of a mental health issue.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office and ability to fully utilise the data information management system.
- Maintain a current Australian Driver’s Licence.
- A current First Aid Certificate.
- Experience facilitating parenting programs
For further information, please contact Nicole Charles, Manager E: nicole.charles@flourishaustralia.org.au (please do not email applications)
About the Benefits
- Level 4 (SCHCADS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018)
- Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900
- Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading+ 2 additional days of personal leave+ extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + primary-carer paid parental leave + Accrued Days Off
- Vehicle mileage allowance
- Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
- Opportunities for professional development and training such as Mental Health First Aid, ASIST and relevant Team Leader training (where applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
- Regular supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction program
- Inclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander staff
- Personal fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier
- Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc)
All appointments with Flourish Australia's Mental Health Services are subject to an NDIS Worker Screening clearance, a National Criminal History Check, a Working With Children Check, previous employment reference checks, satisfactory Australian residency status and other background checks.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please complete all the questions asked. You will then be required to attach a copy of your resume on the following page, we encourage you to have your resume up-to-date and available before you commence the application.
Applications close at 5pm on Monday the 28th of April. Apply today!