Empowering families through therapeutic support and early intervention.About the RoleAs a Family Services Worker within the NEWPIN (New Parent Infant Network) program, you will:Provide intensive, therapeutic case management and group work programs to families with young children.Strengthen parenting skills and foster secure parent-child relationships through home visits, play-based learning, and outreach support.Collaborate with families to address their unique needs, ensuring safety, wellbeing, and developmental outcomes for children.Work as part of a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, culturally responsive interventions that build resilience and promote positive change.Fixed term position until 28 November 20250.9 FTE working 68.4 hours per fortnight$97,614 p/a (pro-rata) + Super + Salary PackagingTo view the Position Description, please click hereWhy Work with Us?At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact.
Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:Supportive Culture: Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.Career Growth: Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.Financial Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible ways of working.Employee Wellbeing: Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.What We're Looking ForTo succeed in this role, you'll bring:A tertiary qualification in Early Years, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.Experience working with children and parents, particularly in case management and early intervention contexts.Knowledge of the Child Youth and Family Act 2005, Child Safe Standards, and the MARAM Risk Assessment tool.Strong self-management skills and the ability to collaborate within a team to achieve program goals.Join Our CommitmentMeli is committed to providing a child-safe environment.
We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children.
Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people in our care.Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.
We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview.
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Please submit your application, including a résumé and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above.
Applications close 5:00pm Thursday 16 January 2025.For more information about the position please contact Julie Molloy, Manager, Early Years Education & Community, 0422 141 027.Take the Next StepIf you're ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.Privacy AcknowledgmentPlease click here to access the Meli Privacy Policy which explains how we manage your personal information for the purposes of processing and considering your application for employment.
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