Family Engagement and Support Educator (Casual)
Adelaide, South Australia
Up to 25 hours per week
SCHADS Award Level 2.1 (Casual)
We're looking for someone who can take the time to build a genuine connection with a young person who has experienced challenges in trusting adults. Consistency, patience, and a calm approach will be important in helping them feel safe, understood, and supported.
Someone who can sit alongside a family during a difficult chapter without judgement.
Someone who understands that behaviour is communication, that relationships matter, and that real change takes time.
At Little Petal, we support children, young people and families experiencing a range of challenges, including disability, trauma, mental health concerns, school disengagement, family breakdown, and social isolation. We provide practical, relationship-based support within homes and communities, helping people build confidence, capacity, connection and resilience.
No two days are the same.
You might be helping a young person reconnect with their community, supporting a family to establish routines, mentoring a teenager through a difficult period, or assisting a parent to access services and resources that strengthen their family's wellbeing.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with young people and families
- Builds genuine rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
- Is compassionate, patient and non-judgemental
- Can think on their feet and prioritise safety and wellbeing
- Is emotionally resilient and able to remain calm during challenging situations
- Understands the importance of professional boundaries
- Wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of others
Formal qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Youth Work, Community Services, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Education, Early Childhood Education and Care, Disability or a related field. Equally, we recognise people who bring a wealth of practical experience, strong mentoring skills, youth work experience, community services experience and lived experience supporting children, young people and families from diverse backgrounds.
Essential Requirements
- Working with Children Check
- National Police Check
- RRHAN-EC Training
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Driver's Licence and a roadworthy and insured vehicle
Why Little Petal?
Because people matter.
We're a small organisation with a big heart. We believe in providing meaningful support that is flexible, responsive and tailored to the individual. You'll be part of a supportive team that values authenticity, professionalism, reflective practice and genuine human connection.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter to [email protected].
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
