Flourish Australia has an exciting opportunity for a Child Wellbeing Worker to join the Women and Children's Program in Blacktown!

The position available is:

• Part-time (48 hours/fortnight)
• Based within our Women's and Children''s program at Blacktown
• Working Monday to Thursday
• Level 3 on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018) equivalent to $37.35 - $40.05 p/h + 11.5% 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

Flourish Australia's 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 Child Wellbeing Worker, you will:

• Provide a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment for children in the program.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships that support and partner with families and the community.
• Advocate for the children and families and be available as a resource person to families and staff.
• Share information with families relating to their child and the daily activities of the program.

On a day-to-day basis you will:

• Provide comprehensive support to the child including needs assessments, referrals and linkages.
• With the mother and Parenting Support Worker, assess the individual developmental needs of each child and develop, implement and monitor an individual plan to optimise the child’s development.
• Be the ‘voice’ for the children of the program. This includes identifying any child protection concerns and discussing them with the Parenting Support Worker and Senior Staff.
• Engage mothers in child mental health and wellbeing conversations, and work in partnership with mothers to support their child’s social and emotional development.

Who we are

Flourish Australia is one of Australia’s most experienced community mental health organisations. 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 degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent relevant degree, associate diploma or certificate qualification.
• At least 1-years relevant experience in Childcare or family based support attained through previous appointments.
• A good understanding of the challenges faced by people with a lived experience of a mental health issue.
• Maintain a current Australian Drivers Licence.
• Maintain a current First Aid Certificate.

The Benefits

• Level 3 (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 + paid parental leave
• Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
• Opportunities for career progression, professional development and training such as Mental Health First Aid and ASIST
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
• Inclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander staff
• Exclusive personal Fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier
• Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc)

All successful applicants will be required to declare any private or secondary employment prior to commencement in line with Flourish Australia’s Private or Secondary Employment Policy.

Applications close 5pm 27th March. Apply now!