Child and Parenting Support Program Facilitator
- Part-time 60 hours per F/N
- Max term until 31 June 2026
- Location: Lower Hunter/Port Stephens/Lake Macquarie
The opportunity:
The Child and Parenting Support Group Facilitator will work as part of the Samaritan’s Child and Family team. The role will have a primary focus of working with families with children 0-12 but may support families with children up to 18 years of age. They will be responsible for facilitating accredited and evidence-based parenting education and skills groups; evidence-based groups for children in schools and community, and planning and delivering supported playgroups within the targeted community areas.
Why work for us?
Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:
- Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
- Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
- Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
- Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish!
- Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
- Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid parental leave
About you:
- Tertiary qualification in Children's Services, Community Services or similar.
- Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience of working with children and their parents/ carers.
- Ability to build a strong relationship with families based on honesty, transparency, working together, strengths, trust, professionalism and compassion.
- Experience running evidence-based groups for children such as Drumbeat, Seasons for Growth or a willingness to train in these or similar evidence-based programs
- Experience in running parenting groups such as 123 Magic and Emotion Coaching, Bringing Up Great Kids and Circle of Security or a willingness to train in these or similar evidence-based parenting groups.
- Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the child protection framework within NSW.
- The ability to develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with internal and external services.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop rapport and communicate effectively with children and their parents / carers.
- Demonstrated commitment and ability to maintain confidentiality and accountability, including case records, team and organisational discussions.
- Understanding of and commitment to the principles and legislative requirements of child protection, WHS, cultural diversity and ethical practice
- Proven ability to effectively and proactively network and liaise with government and non-government service providers
Who we are?
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.
We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.
Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.
We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team for a copy of the full position description at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au
Please include your cover letter and resume addressing your experience and qualifications.
Applications Close: when we find you!
You must have the right to live and work in Australia.
Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.