JOB DESCRIPTION

• $45.61 per hour super + NFP salary packaging benefits
• Max Term Contract until 30 June 2026 with possibility of extension
• Part time 19 hours per week and flexibility with days
• Location: Kanamaluka (Launceston) TAS 7250
• Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose.

Your Opportunity

At Mission Australia, we believe every child deserves the best possible start in life. Our Communities for Children (CfC) program in Launceston is a dynamic, community-driven initiative funded by the Australian Government. It focuses on early intervention and prevention to improve the development, health, and wellbeing of children aged 12 and under.

As the Facilitating Partner, we work collaboratively with local organisations to create a strong, supportive network that addresses local needs and empowers families. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of that mission, delivering evidence-based programs that strengthen parenting skills, build resilience, and foster positive relationships between children and their caregivers.

This is an on-site position, where your passion for community engagement and your ability to connect with families will make a real difference. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with schools, health services, and community organisations, creating safe and inclusive spaces for families to learn, grow, and thrive.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based group workshops, life skills programs, and therapeutic activities for children and families.
• Coordinate and complete program administration, including data entry into MA Connect, reporting, and maintaining accurate case notes.
• Facilitate a suite of four structured programs (6–10 weeks each) and ensure participants complete all required sessions, meeting annual service delivery targets.
• Engage in outreach activities to build relationships with schools, community service organisations, child health providers, and family learning centres.
• Organise venues, resources, and materials for program delivery while adhering to budget requirements.
• Collect evaluation data and feedback to support program monitoring and improvement.
• Participate in interagency meetings and forums to promote the service, share information, and best practice and highlight community needs.

Requirements for Success

• Relevant qualifications in Community Services or Children’s Services.
• Preferred experience in youth and family work, with confidence in facilitating group sessions.
• A positive, person-centred approach with a holistic view of family and child wellbeing.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively within part-time hours.
• Strong community engagement skills and ability to network effectively to promote services.
• Local knowledge of community services and established connections within the Launceston area.
• Practical problem-solving skills, including finding suitable spaces for program delivery and managing logistical challenges.
• First Aid & CPR Certificate is desired but not required.
• Full driver licence with no restrictions.

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.

Your Benefits

To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:

• Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
• Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay)
• Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support.
• Volunteering opportunities
• Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.

Our Culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.

We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.

If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email [email protected] or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.

We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at [email protected]

How To Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, click ‘apply’ and send your application today!

As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.

Applications for this role are shortlisted as received and we are interviewing through the advertising period. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you.