Wanslea is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Family Support Worker to lead the delivery of high-quality case management within the Children and Parenting Support team. This role involves empowering parents and caregivers of children aged 0–12 years with early intervention parenting support.

About Wanslea

Wanslea was founded in Western Australia 80 years ago and offers services across the state. We are a compassionate, caring organisation that supports families and their children with a diverse range of programs. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and actively seek to engage people who share our values; we Care, we Collaborate, we are Accountable, we have Courage, we Celebrate.

Why join Wanslea?

"Through opportunity and community, we grow people."

At Wanslea, you’re encouraged to be your true self! People aren’t pegs, so we don’t have ‘holes’ for you to fit into. People of all cultural backgrounds, ethnicity, age, ability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, identity or other are welcome, and encouraged to apply.

At Wanslea, we’re committed to cultivating a healthy, positive and growth enabling environment. We are proud of our wide-ranging benefits available to this role including:

• Fixed Term Part Time position (30 hours per week until 30 June 2026)

• Based at our Cloverdale office with free parking on site

• Salary starting from $102,569 per annum plus superannuation

• Opportunity to salary package

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year

• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion

• Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues

About you

You are a dedicated and empathetic professional with a strong foundation in community services. Holding a Diploma in Community Services or a related Human Services qualification, you bring extensive experience in delivering parenting education and support to families, particularly those with children aged 0–12 years. Your deep understanding of family dynamics, child development, and trauma-informed care enables you to provide effective case management and early intervention services.

You excel in building trusting relationships with parents and caregivers, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Your commitment to cultural safety and inclusivity ensures that all families, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, receive respectful and responsive support. As a collaborative team member, you contribute positively to a supportive work environment, always striving to empower families and enhance their well-being.

Apply Now

Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.

For any queries please contact Skye Upton on 08 9245 2441

To learn more about Wanslea visit: http://www.wanslea.org.au.

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Wanslea reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Wanslea encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.

Wanslea is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.