Centacare Specialist Family Support Services (SFSS) is a non-profit community organisation that supports the strengthening of family and community relationships, particularly where there is vulnerability and disadvantage.

Our services are available to the entire community regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability. We strive to deliver professional and accountable services whilst empowering our clients to find solutions and achieve their goals.

The role:

A unique opportunity has become available for a Community Connection Support Worker to join our team based in the Kingaroy Region on a permanent Part Time basis.

Please note that some flexibility is needed in order to meet operational requirements. In this role, you will be providing essential support services to the communities of Kingaroy, Kingaroy Region (Nth & Sth), and Nanango, within the framework of CFRS's mission, values, and vision.

This program acts as a gateway to universal community support services and targeted support services, offering assistance to individuals and families facing various challenges in the community.

Key Duties:

• Facilitate information and client referrals while fostering connections to our range of services.
• Prepare and facilitate community group sessions.
• Identify community/ social gaps in the local community and plan how best to meet the community needs.
• Assist in the preparation of community events.
• Support the organisation and be actively involvement in community events.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in community or social work.
• Desirable knowledge and skills in contemporary support work principles.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, maintaining professionalism and integrity.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members.
• Proficiency in written work, report writing, data management and computer skills.
• Relevant qualifications in a related field – advantage.

Essential requirements for the role:

• Have a current Blue Card.
• Have a current driver’s licence.
• Provide a current Australian Federal Police Criminal History Check or successfully pass one.
• Have working rights in Australia.

Why Work for us?

We offer a competitive remuneration on the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award Level 4. Salary packaging options are available to increase your take home pay by up to $15,900.

How to apply

Click APPLY NOW and submit a cover letter that clearly addresses the above listed skills, experience and essential criteria, as well as a copy of your current résumé.

Please note shortlisting and interviews will commence as applications are received.

The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.