Contact Support Worker

• Join a values driven, life friendly organisation
• Casual weekend work
• Generous hourly rate + weekend penalties

Reach further with us!

As the Contact Support Worker you will promote the wellbeing of child/ren during either a supervised visit or changeover to a parent/guardian by supervising interactions and behaviours to ensure the child/ren feel safe and comfortable. Supervising the visit/change over, you will write reports for the family court. 

This opportunity is casual, only working weekends.

What you will bring

You are a passionate and talented individual who is driven to deliver a quality service for our clients. 

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold a minimum qualification of Certificate IV in Community Services or relevant field, be working towards or a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or related field
• Have knowledge of the impact on children and families of issues such as Family Separation, Family and domestic violence, Mental Health, drug and Alcohol misuse and Trauma.
• Have a strong focus on supporting children and adults to enhance relationship development as well as identifying and responding to safety and risk issues.
• Have a commitment to child-focused and child-inclusive practice

The successful candidate must also possess a current National Police Clearance valid within one year, WA Working with Children Check and WA Drivers Licence.

Remuneration

• Base rate of $37.34 per hour + weekend penalties or casual loadings + 11% superannuation

Why Join Us?

At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work.  We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities.  We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better.  We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it’s hard.  

But don’t take our word for it!  Here is what our people think:

• “Anglicare WA has a culture which celebrates people, the communities we work for and works in innovative ways with leadership who are connected with the work, everyone feels comfortable to be their unique selves here.”
• “Anglicare WA is really great at living and breathing our values everyday across the organisation, celebrating the diversity within our workforce, doing things differently, constantly trying to break down barriers for clients and families, making new employees feel welcome, great communication!”

Apply Now

To be considered, applications must include a current detailed resume and covering letter. To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts.

We are looking to fill this vacancy as soon as possible – suitable candidates will shortlist as they present themselves.  Don’t delay in applying!

For further information please contact Peta Lewis, Coordinator, Children’s Contact Service on 0447 028 068.

Child Safe: Anglicare WA is organisation committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.

Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Uluru Statement from the Heart: Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future.