- Join a growing not-for-profit organisation
- Generous salary + super + NFP salary packaging benefits and ‘bonus’ leave
- 24 month contract (extension subject to funding)
- Relocation support available for interstate candidates
About Us
Children’s Ground is working to create an environment where families realise their aspirations for the next generation of children to be free from trauma and suffering, enjoy equity and safety, be able to grow into adulthood happy and healthy, and have agency over their social, cultural, political and economic life. To learn more about Children’s Ground and the work we do, visit our website: https://www.childrensground.org.au
About the Job
Central to CG strategy is community wellbeing and development. Family and community environments influence children’s early learning and development. Supporting people to realise their priorities for their community is paramount. Community development and wellbeing relates to all our operational areas.
The Family Support Coordinator will work as part of a small team ensure that the Family Support Service is delivered with quality and integrity in accordance with the Children’s Ground Approach. The role is responsible for the administration and facilitation of the Family Support Service, and the management of staff.
About You
The coordinator will ideally have experience and or a relevant qualification in social work, community development and social science. You will have experience working with First Nations Communities and understand the effects of colonisation, disempowerment with the ability to implement strength based and trauma informed approaches.
You will be passionate about social justice and improving outcomes for First Nations Communities as well as being a self-starter who thinks systematically and thrives in an environment that is ambiguous and complex.
We invite you to walk with us on this unique journey…
Please apply where you will be asked to upload your response to the key selection criteria in the position description Work with us – Children’s Ground (childrensground.org.au) and your current resume (no longer than 2 pages).
Applications close on Friday 1st September 2023 at 5pm.
In line with our workforce development strategy, Children’s Ground strongly encourages and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.