Mid Richmond Neighbourhood Centre (MRNC) is seeking passionate and skilled Practitioner to join our new Families Together Family Preservation program based in Grafton at the New School of Arts Neighbourhood House.
Families Together is an intensive, family-focused preservation program supporting children, young people and families to remain safely together through strengths-based, trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team committed to improving outcomes for children and families through meaningful, relationship-based work.
About the Role
As a Practitioner, you will:
- Work intensively with families in their homes and communities
- Undertake assessment, case planning and coordinated support
- Support parents and carers to strengthen safety, wellbeing and parenting capacity
- Collaborate with internal teams and external service providers
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting requirements
- Participate in supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development
Essential Criteria
- Qualification in Social Work, Welfare, Psychology, Community Services or related field
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families
- Demonstrated commitment to strengths-based, trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice
- Ability to build respectful and qualified relationships with children, families and stakeholders
- Experience in assessment, case planning and coordinated family support
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Organised, reflective and accountable approach to practice
- Ability to maintain accurate records and meet reporting requirements
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
- Current Driver Licence and willingness to travel across the Northern Rivers
- Current NSW Working With Children Check
- National Criminal History Check
- Ability to work flexible hours between 6:00am and 8:00pm when required
What We Offer
- Supportive and values-driven workplace culture
- Regular supervision and professional development opportunities
- Salary packaging benefits
- Flexible work arrangements where possible
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the community
- Access to EAP and External Supervision
About MRNC
Mid Richmond Neighbourhood Centre is a community-based organisation committed to strengthening families through its direct work in the lower Richmond and as part of its membership with the Consortium of Neighbourhood Centres across the Northern Rivers. MRNC values inclusion, collaboration, cultural safety and community connection in all aspects of our work. MRNC is a child safe organisation.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing all essential criteria for the role through SEEK or email *******@mrnc.com.au
Applications close 5pm on Monday 17th August 2026.
📌 Families Together Practitioner (Grafton)
🏢 Mid Richmond Neighbourhood Centre
📍 Grafton
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