Family Support Worker

Job description

MacKillop Family Services is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply and are preferred for this position. In additional a $5000 remote allowance for all Pilbara employees. $76,376 - $81,906 + Super + $5k Allowance + Salary Packaging Benefits About the role: The Family Support Worker will work alongside carer families in their homes to provide regular in-home, practical and emotional support to families daily. They will also assist carers to attend appointments and access community groups and activities. The Family Support Worker will provide support after school and in the evening to assist the family. The Family Support Worker role will also have the responsibility for continual assessment in consultation with case workers allocated to the family. The Family Support Worker will establish and maintain positive relationships with the key stakeholders relevant to the program, assist carers to get the children to school and assist them to attend appoi...