06th November, ****
Purpose / Objective:
To support the PRF Childcare Coordinator role by working with relevant clients
Commitment Period:
Minimum 6 months
Days and hours required per week:
Highly variable, depending on client needs.
Likely maximum 7 hours a week.
Location:
Newtown and in the field.
Duties & Responsibilitie
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Establish connection with relevant clients to support their journey into childcare.
This may include attending initial onsite or online meetings with clients alongside the Childcare Coordinator, to establish needs, and then to communicate directly with client
Accompany clients to visits / tours of Childcare Centres, primarily Council Daycares and Goodstart Centres.
Help clients to navigate the Centrelink system to acquire a Centrelink Reference number.
This may involve going to Centrelink with client
Help clients to complete relevant childcare paperwork - enrolment forms, allergy/medication forms, immunisation certificates etc.
Selection Criteria
Exceptional communication skills and empathy for our clients
Confidence to troubleshoot bureaucratic barriers and advocate on clients' behalf
Ability to work autonomously
Experience in working with people from various backgrounds and cultures
Intermediate computer skills (confidence in using the internet, navigate Centrelink and MyGov apps, ASC's database and Google Suite and emails)




Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and volunteers
Flexibility and willingness to take on extra tasks as appropriate
Ability to adhere to policies concerning code of conduct, boundaries and confidentiality
Own car to get to the Western suburbs of Sydney (all petrol and toll expenses reimbursed)
Adaptable availability
This role is subject to a successful interview.
General Conditions
All ASC staff and volunteers are required to:
Adhere to ASC's vision, purpose and values
Act at all times per ASC's Code of Conduct, Boundaries and Child Protection Policies
Comply with Work, Health and Safety systems
Comply with Incident Management Procedures and emergency protocols
Demonstrate respectful and welcoming behaviour with all people at ASC in culturally appropriate ways
Support a child safe organisation by undertaking screening for suitability to work with children and vulnerable people and to comply with relevant state/territory legislative requirements and willing to provide NSW police check
How to apply:
To express your interest in this role, please follow the below link.
Please attach your resume and a brief blurb (cover letter) about yourself, your motivation and how you meet the selection criteria (found within the position description).
Only applications with a resume and cover letter will be considered.

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