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- $32.88 - $67.77 an hour
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- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
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Lumiere Foundation —Blacktown NSW
- $48.31 - $48.32 an hour
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Youth and Family Support worker

Kanda -
Penrith NSW

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Job Details

Casual

Benefits

Employee rewards program
Paid training

Qualifications

Community Services
Working with children
Driver Licence
Diploma
Social Work
Working with Children Check

Full Job Description

Be part of a supportive, values-driven team
Flexible shifts and ongoing training opportunities
Make a real impact every day in the lives of young people and families

At Kanda Foundation, we believe every child and young person deserves safety, belonging and opportunity. As a trusted provider of holistic, community-based support, we work alongside children, young people and families facing crisis, trauma and complex life challenges.
Partnering with families, DCJ and Corrections, we help create pathways to stability, healing and stronger connections, promoting safety, wellbeing and positive long-term outcomes for those who need it most.

suitable candidate must have access to their own vehicle that is fully registered and comprehensively insured, as travel across multiple Western Sydney locations will be required. These locations include Blacktown, St Marys, Penrith, Doonside, Mount Druitt, Lalor Park, Parramatta, and Auburn.

In this role, you will:

Provide face-to-face, trauma-informed support to vulnerable young people and families from diverse backgrounds
Support parents to strengthen parenting skills, promote family preservation, and assist with reunification after children have been in DCJ care
Build trusted mentoring relationships with young people, offering emotional support and guidance
Facilitate safe and supportive family time visits between children and parents
Implement individualised support plans and maintain accurate records and documentation

Why you’ll love working with Kanda

Paid induction with supported shadow shifts to set you up for success
You’re never alone, our on-call team is available to support you outside business hours
Paid training including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and The Sanctuary Model to support your development
Wellness initiatives plus 24/7 access to the Sonder wellbeing app
Access to an employee rewards hub providing savings and cashback across everyday purchases
Employee recognition initiatives, including gift vouchers for Employee of the Month and service anniversaries
Enjoy free Orbit World Travel Club membership, $100 travel voucher, exclusive offers, and dedicated support for all your personal travel plans
Genuine long-term career opportunities as Kanda continues to grow

Requirements:

A valid NSW Paid Working With Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
Consent to be added to the Residential Care Workers Register
Minimum availability of 25 hours per week
Holds a valid P2 or Open Driver Licence and has access to a reliable, insured vehicle
Attained or working towards a relevant Bachelor's Degree or Diploma (Community Services, Youth/Social Work, etc.)
Experience supporting children, young people and/or families
Experience in related fields (e.g. disability, mental health, aged care, childcare) will be highly regarded

Want to chat about this role?

Reach out to Holly – Talent Acquisition Specialist on 074111 1813

Kanda is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

We’re dedicated to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and comfortable to be themselves. At Kanda, every voice matters, every culture is valued, and we believe that diverse perspectives aren’t just welcome — they’re essential to who we are and what we do.

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