Community Development (Community Services & Development) The Smith Family is a national children's education charity that works with children and young people experiencing poverty to overcome their circumstances and reach their full potential by providing holistic, long-term support for their education.
Help young Australians to improve their long-term educational outcomesFlexible work arrangements to give you more balance, including hybrid workingPermanent full-time position based in Playford, SAAbout the role Our Learning for Life program provides emotional, practical and financial support to help children and young people experiencing disadvantage with their education.
Our support starts in the early years of learning development and continues through primary and high school.
As part of the Learning for Life team, the Family Partnership Coordinator works with families in the Playford, SA community, using referrals, links to programs and community relationships to support strong school attendance, achievement and post school pathways.
As a Family Partnership Coordinator, you will:
Take a family-centred approach, building partnerships with Learning for Life familiesConnect with partner schools in the community to support referral to the Learning for Life Program (where applicable) and strong ongoing program participation for Learning for Life familiesComplete administrative tasks and data entry to help plan your day and focus your effortsEngage with community organisations, linking families to services, information and supportContribute as a valued member of a local Learning for Life Team, and collaborate with the broader organisationFocus on personal and professional growth including on-the-job skill development and regular coaching with your leader.About You Family Partnership Coordinators come from varied backgrounds with different skills and experience.
As well as passion for fostering student success, you will bring:
Experience building strong relationships with families and community stakeholders in roles such as a Family Support Worker, Community Engagement Worker, Social Worker or School Liaison OfficerEffective interpersonal and communication skillsCapability to work autonomously; organising your own day, problem solving and adapting when things don't go to planComputer literacy and motivation; completing administrative or data entry tasks and achieving goalsA current driver's licence.Employees are at the centre of The Smith Family's values and operations.
By joining our team, you can expect to:
Find balance; with flexible work options and opportunities to purchase additional annual leaveMaximise your take home pay; with salary packaging, and save with discounts at retailers across the countryFeel you belong; with a supportive, diverse and inclusive team with regular opportunities to connect with colleagues and communityFeel you belong; with inclusive leave options, including paid parental, cultural and gender affirmation leaveThrive; with support for you and your family's mental and physical health with a complete care and safety platform with unlimited Employee Assistance.Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children's Check.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity.
Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
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