- Make a tangible difference to the lives of families facing childhood cancer
- Join the team at one of Australia’s most respected National Charities
- Permanent part time position based at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead
- Benefits include not-for-profit salary packaging, 5 days additional leave and discounts
About Redkite:
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, it affects the whole family. In the daunting and unpredictable experience that follows diagnosis, a child needs as much stability and support from their family as possible. Redkite is a lifeline for families, providing real emotional, financial and practical support. Because holding it together when your child’s life is in question can feel impossible.
The role:
The primary purpose of the Family Wellbeing Coordinator is to provide support to families (Australian residents and those referred from New Caledonia) whose children are treated at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead. This includes registering families for Redkite services, promoting Redkite’s programs, and facilitating peer support and activities. This role will develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, including the management of volunteers.
About you:
The position is ideal for someone who has had some experience providing support services. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following skills & experience:
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience providing support services to children, young people and families
- Excellent verbal communication skills, fluency in both English and French
- Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent
- Relevant experience in a community and/or healthcare setting
- Experience delivering family and peer support programs
- Ability to engage with and provide support to children, young people and families
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external key stakeholders in relation to optimising service delivery outcomes
- Case-noting and record-keeping skills
- Ability to use Microsoft Office applications
Desirable:
- Previous employment in oncology or other health related support areas (including community agencies)
- Knowledge of strength-based models of practice
- Experience in developing family support programs
- Familiarity with Salesforce database
Why join us?
For 40 years we have had a single purpose: to be a lifeline for families facing their child’s cancer. When you work for Redkite, you are part of a highly skilled, driven and experienced team who are determined to make sure that no matter where a family lives in Australia, they can receive Redkite support. We also offer the following staff benefits:
- Salary Packaging to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay
- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling and other resources to support your mental wellbeing
- Leave benefits including paid leave between Christmas and New Year, leave purchase scheme and Redkite Wellbeing Days
- Regular opportunities to enhance your physical and mental wellbeing in the workplace
- Access to discounts and special offers on a range of goods and services
To apply:
If you’re keen to join a compassionate and collaborative team making a real difference, apply now. Submit your resume and cover letter telling us why you’d make a great fit.
We’ll be checking applications as they come in, so don’t delay.
Applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are warmly encouraged to apply.
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Redkite is committed to child safety. We follow clear and transparent recruitment practices which include references, interviews, psychometric testing and Working with Children & National Police Checks relevant to the state in which staff will be employed. At every stage of the recruitment process we undertake thorough screening to ensure that anyone that joins the team aligns with our values and our commitment to child safety.
Redkite acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we work, and we pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.
Redkite is committed to ongoing learning about the individual needs of our families. We strive to create a respectful and inclusive space for people of all cultures and identities.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.