Facilitator, Children’s Contact Service Anglicare SA

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Fixed-term contract until 30th June 2026
  • Casual 4-8 hours per month
  • Southern, Northern and Hills locations

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking Facilitator’s to join our casual pool to work predominately on weekends within a dynamic team of child-focussed staff providing safe spaces for children and their parents.

You will supervise contact visits between non-residential parents and their children and facilitate child-focused changeovers. You will be required to write observation reports and assist with the collection of data and statistics.

You will be provided with ongoing support and supervision. You can expect to be scheduled for one shift a month, with the opportunity for more as service allows.

What can you expect to be doing?

  •  Provide a safe place for children to have contact with their separated parents
  •  Listen to children and ensure they are comfortable at the service
  • Writing contemporaneous notes of visits between children and their visiting parent.
  • Building rapport with parents, and referring them to services they need as appropriate (e.g. circle of security, dad factor).
  • Actively monitoring service performance, finding opportunities for improvement

What do you need to bring?

  •  Post-secondary qualifications in the human service field and/or extensive experience working with families and children in crisis from a developmental and strengths-based perspective
  • Senior First Aid Certificate
  • Child Safe Environments Certificate
  • Must be available to work weekends as required
  •  An understanding of family separation and divorce and the impact of domestic violence on women and children

AnglicareSA is committed to ensuring that our workplace is safe and free from known risks to the health and safety of employees, volunteers, students, and customers. Due to the nature of our services, you will be required to provide AnglicareSA with your COVID-19 vaccination certificate during the selection process. If you cannot comply, you are encouraged to have a conversation with a member of our Recruitment Team about your individual circumstances to find out how this may apply to you.

Who is AnglicareSA?

As one of SA’s largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 50,000 people each year. Our 2000 employees, and 300+ volunteers support individuals, families and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.

We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives.

What we offer:

  • Access to our fantastic salary packaging options – increase your take home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay
  • Banking benefits, health care discounts, gym membership offers, paid parental leave, and much more
  • A diverse and supportive team culture who have a focus on improving lives by working collaboratively

How to Apply:

Please note that this is an expression of interest and candidates will be contacted as opportunities arise. APPLY NOW to not miss opportunities!

View the attached Job Description via the vacancy’s application page on the AnglicareSA website for further details on the role requirements.

If this sounds like you please click on Apply and submit your application!

We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact: Sarah– Recruitment Business Partner at [email protected]     

AnglicareSA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage all suitably qualified candidates apply. 

We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services.

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