Outreach Family Preservation Family Support Worker (Fixed Term)

Hunter

Position Objective

Family Support Workers (FSW) will deliver the Family Preservation program, which aims to keep children and young people safe at home with their families, preventing removal, placement in OOHC and future contact with the child protection system. FSW’s will support referred families both in their homes and communities to achieve agreed upon goals, with a focus on face to face practical supports.

Position Summary

Primary duties and responsibilities;

• Manage a varying case load of both young people and caregivers allocated by Team Leaders and Practitioners. Work collaboratively with allocated practitioner and team leaders.
• Provide direct support to families through home visiting, outreach and community-based supports.
  Assist families to develop practical skills in parenting, daily routines, budgeting, hygiene and nutrition, and household management.
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