Support Worker – Intensive Family Support (IFS) ServiceIMPACT Community Services is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for our Intensive Family Support (IFS) Service, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD.
This role focuses on assisting vulnerable and at-risk families to build their capacity to care for and nurture their children safely.
Working collaboratively with IFS Case Managers, you will provide hands-on support through home visits, practical assistance, and transportation for clients.
By strengthening family protective factors, you will help create safer environments where children and young people can thrive at home.
This role requires adherence to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, and a commitment to safeguarding the wellbeing of children and young people.
To make a difference in this role, you will have experience in the following:Supporting families in their homes and assisting with practical tasks to achieve case plan goals.Identifying and reporting immediate safety concerns.Building structured, outcomes-focused relationships with children, young people, and their parents.Collaborating with a team to communicate safety concerns, family strengths, and additional support needs transparently.Our offer to youAt IMPACT Community Services, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits to support your professional and personal growth:
A nine-day fortnight for specific rolesSalary packaging, up to $18,500 per year tax-freeLeadership programs with the Institute of Managers and LeadersLeaders Lab, development support for employees aspiring to leadership rolesWorkplace Chaplaincy for face-to-face, confidential supportWestpac Corporate Partner program with discounted bank products and financial education2 hours paid per month to volunteer for a worthy cause of your choiceFree confidential counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance ProgramOpportunities for advancement with our 'grow your own' approach to hiringProfessional development with regular in-house and external learning and developmentTertiary study assistance towards course costs up to $1000 per yearGain experience in other IMPACT departments and projectsRewards and gifts of appreciation, performance, and achievementA culture of self-care and self-care plansIndustry placements to keep your knowledge and experience up-to-dateProfessional membership reimbursement to stay up-to-date with best practicesReimbursement for clearances, e.g., Working With Children (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening Card, International Police checkHow to applyTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application along with a current resume and cover letter.
For more information about the role, download the Position Description (PD) available below.
Join our team at IMPACT Community Services as a Support Worker in the Intensive Family Support Service to assist vulnerable families and at-risk children by strengthening protective factors and providing hands-on, practical support.
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