Family Support Worker - Supervised ContactAs a Family Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in creating safe, supportive and positive experiences for children from separated families.
Through role modelling, encouragement and relationship‐building, you'll help children feel secure during contact visits and support families to move forward with confidence.As a valued member of our Children's Contact Service (CCS) team, you'll work closely with families to help them achieve their goals, strengthen relationships and create positive, child‐focused outcomes.
Every shift is an chance to make an impact where it truly matters.Pay rate: $***** per hour + weekend penalty ratesHours per fortnight: 7.6 hours (every second Saturday).
There will be opportunities to pick up additional weekend shifts at our Wollongong and Macarthur locations.Position type: Maximum Term Part-TimeLocation: NowraPerks with Purpose, Because You MatterWhen you join us, you're not just taking on a role — you're becoming part of an organisation that genuinely values its people.
You'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and work life balance, including:Increasing your take home pay by reducing your taxable income through salary packagingAccess a range of fitness and health facilities via Fitness Passport15 days' paid personal leave each year* (pro-rata for part-time)Be rewarded for helping our team grow through our Refer a Friend ProgramUp to 14 weeks paid Parental Leave, because taking time for your family is important tooSupport for flexible working arrangements and healthy work life balanceFree, confidential support through our Employee Assistance ProgramWhat you bring to the roleTertiary qualifications in welfare, child development,



social sciences or related field and/or relevant industry experienceWorking with Children Check and current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)Efficient time management including the ability to prioritise case loadIn depth understanding of child protection legislation and ability to identify relevant factors indicating a child may be at risk of significant harmUnderstanding of issues relating to mental health, gambling, drugs and alcohol, family violence, socioeconomic challenges and family separationBuilt on Care, Driven by PeopleCatholicCare is a local not-for-profit organisation committed to helping those in need regardless of religious beliefs, background or circumstances.
Our Vision is for inclusive, thriving communities where human dignity of all is respected and valued by putting people first.We provide services that support people across all stages of life: early childhood education, out of school hours care, community age and disability care, foster care, school counselling and parenting courses across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands and the Macarthur regions.
We are proud to offer genuine career pathway opportunities to our employees so they can continue to work with us.Close Date: 31st July ****This role may close before the official date as we review applications continuously.We value diversity and inclusion.
CatholicCare Wollongong welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to child safety and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
All roles require probity and pre-employment checks.
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📌 Family Support Worker - Supervised Contact (Nowra)
🏢 CatholicCare Wollongong
📍 Nowra