About the organisation
Family by Family is a new model of family support designed with families to address the problem of too much demand on crisis services, and too few families with the supports to manage chronic stress and isolation. Given the opportunity, families do not just want to survive. Families want to thrive. Family by Family is all about family led change. We link up families with things in common to change the things they want to change.
Family by Family demonstrates a new way to engage families in both the design and delivery of human services. It builds on their existing capabilities, establishes mutual responsibilities and supports people to help themselves. Family by Family has reached a critical point in time. The evidence is promising and it is time to progress towards scale. Our aspiration is to scale impact and reach as many families as we can over the coming decade and beyond.
About the role
- Join an innovative organisation providing a new model of family support
- Utilise your experience working with families to create positive change
- Western Sydney based; attractive remuneration package
The Role
You will be part of a small team of coaches working to Identify train and support families to help each other bring about positive change. Specifically the family coach will;
- Create real change for families, through innovation, choice, trust and facilitating change.
- Find, coach and link families to develop goals and connections.
- Deliver group training & coaching that provides motivation, inspiration and development.
- Problem solve but know when you need to jump into the driver’s seat to support and provide guidance when a risky or complex issue arises.
- Plan and manage events such as community family fun days and recruitment activities.
- Build strong relationships with families and community services.
- Work autonomously & prioritise work.
- Identify and assess risk, particularly in the context of child protection.
Skills Required
- Tertiary Qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Teaching or equivalent degree, or equivalent experience
- Valid NSW working with children clearance.
- Driver’s License (essential)
- Working knowledge of NSW Child Protection Systems, practices, risk management and statutory child protection processes, and other relevant legislation as required.
- Minimum 3 years experience working with families in the context of family support and/or child protection and crisis support and intervention
- Good understanding of human behaviour, relationships, child development, attachment and family dynamics
- Group training and coaching ability
- Computer literacy and experience – ideally with Apple products
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Family Coach via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Families
