Botany Family and Children's Centre (BFCC) is a Child Safe Organisation, supporting children, young people, and families since 1979. We offer a wide range of programs inclusive of counselling, casework, case management, advocacy, referrals, and targeted earlier intervention programs.

Our family support services are tailored to the diverse and evolving needs of individuals, children and families, we provide strengths-based care aligned with each client's goals and unique circumstances.

BFCC is seeking a dedicated Family Support Worker who is passionate about supporting families as they navigate a range of daily and complex life challenges. This role provides targeted family support, improves family functioning, fosters resilience, safety and well-being.

What we're looking for

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will bring demonstrated experience as a Family Support Worker/Social Worker/Counsellor within the community services, child or family sectors. You possess strong empathy and emotional intelligence, with the ability to exercise sound judgment to uphold the rights and well-being of individuals, children and families.

· Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Counselling or equivalent.

· Proven experience in delivering individual, child, youth and family therapy to enhance relationships and promote self-determination.

· Sound knowledge of trauma-informed and strengths-based practice.

· Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive client intake and needs assessments.

· Understanding of child protection legislation and related issues.

· Experience in developing, facilitating and promoting group work programs with internal teams and external stakeholders.

· The role includes researching and identifying gaps in existing services and developing targeted programs to address emerging needs within the community.

· Proven ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships with referral networks and agencies.

· Commitment to maintaining accurate records and up-to-date client information in relevant databases.

· Flexibility to work autonomously, under supervision and collaboratively within a team to achieve organisational goals.

· Excellent written and verbal communication, organisational and report-writing skills.

· Current WWCC & National Police Check essential.

What makes our workplace inspiring

At BFCC team members flourish in a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

Your contribution matters. We value the ideas, experience and dedication of every team member — people are at the heart of what we do.

Collaborative and professional. Join a specialised team that works respectfully and effectively with our community and stakeholders.

Flexible working options. Enjoy a supportive environment with access to flexible arrangements, including Time in Lieu (TIL).

Community-based setting. Work from our welcoming Cottage, a hub for connection and support within the local community.

Commitment to growth. Engage with a diverse client base and access ongoing professional supervision and development opportunities.

Rewarding benefits. Take advantage of salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.

How to apply

Submit a cover letter addressing the Essential Criteria and a Current Resume.

Contact Rachael Atkins, Manager should you have any questions; 9666 5047 / [email protected] with subject line: Family Support Specialist – Children & Families

Applications Close: Wednesday 19th November 2025