Are you passionate about supporting families and helping children thrive through inclusive, community-based programs? Amity Health is seeking a friendly, organised, and culturally aware Child & Parent Support Worker to deliver playgroup sessions and provide outreach support for families in the region.

About Us

Amity Health is a respected not-for-profit organisation committed to providing country people with the best possible access to health services. We work in partnership with government, non-government, and health sector organisations to deliver programs that are responsive to the changing needs of rural and remote communities.

Our work spans the Great Southern, Midwest, South-East Coastal, Goldfields, South-West and Wheatbelt regions. Our programs continue to evolve as we grow in response to the people and communities we serve.

About the Role

In this rewarding role, you will create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children and families attending our playgroup program. You will also play an important part in promoting the benefits of early childhood social development, building community connections, and improving access through practical supports such as transport.

Key responsibilities will include, but are no limited too:

Provide a warm, inclusive, and safe space for children and their families to play and connect.

Coordinate and deliver engaging activities aligned with the playgroup program’s goals.

Promote the benefits of participation through community engagement and outreach.

This is a part-time position 28 hours per fortnight, located in Merredin.

Still interested?

Our team are looking for a confident communicator who enjoys helping others and works well as part of a team.

Our must haves are:

Proven experience supporting both children and adults in community settings.

Skilled in planning and delivering group-based programs or activities.

Culturally competent with the ability to engage diverse individuals and families.

A valid ‘C’ class driver’s licence and National Police Clearance.

National Disability Clearance Check and Working with Children Check.

Why Join Us?

We’re a not-for-profit organisation grounded in values of Fairness, Integrity, Responsibility and Enjoyment. When you work with us, you’ll find more than a job - you’ll discover a community that:

Collaborates across sectors to build healthier, stronger communities.

Works to make a real difference in the lives of local families.

You’ll also enjoy:

Salary packaging options to boost your take-home pay.

A team culture which is high performing, purpose driven, built on trust and mutual support.

How to Apply

Please apply now via seek. Applications close 30 August 2025, but we may appoint earlier for the right candidate. This role is open now, and we’d love to hear from you.

We Welcome All People

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including First Nations people, people with disability, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others committed to inclusive practice.

If there’s anything we can do to make the recruitment process more accessible, we’re here to help.