Palm Beach Neighbourhood Centre would like to invite expressions of interest for the position of Family Support Worker/Counsellor. The role is 24 hours per week

PBNC are seeking an experienced worker for this role. The Family Support Service Program is funded by the Queensland Government’s Department of Child safety, Seniors, Disability Services.

It targeted at supporting vulnerable families and children with emphasis on children aged 0-12 years. The primary purpose of the program is to strengthen families and improve family functioning by:

• Providing short term counseling of up to six sessions per family member.

• To provide strategies and tools to strengthen family functioning.

• To develop and facilitate courses and programs that provide parenting skills and assist in family functioning.

• To identify and appropriately refer individuals/ families with needs beyond the scope of the FSS program to other agencies.