- Winner of the Xref Engage 2025 Best Workplace Awards for 3 surveys in a row
- Established not-for-profit organisation with 100 years of trusted experience
- Above award rates, access to NFP Salary Packaging and a great rewards & benefits program
This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is experienced in providing case work, therapeutic group work and community support work. Seeking applications from individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and their families to join our team in Coffs Harbour.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Family Mental Health Support Service (FMHSS) supports children, young people and their families with emerging mental health issues to improve their mental health outcomes later in life.
You will be providing a range of high-quality case work, therapeutic group work and community development services to children, young people and their families who are at risk of, and affected by, mental illness.
The position will primarily be based at our Coffs Harbour office, however the position also provides outreach services like; visits to clients in the home, in the community, and services in local primary and high schools.
Please refer to the link to our website to learn more about our Family Mental Health Support Service (Connect) https://www.interrelate.org.au/programs/family-mental-health-support-service-(connect)
This is a Fixed-term contract position until 30 June 2027, working 22.5 to 30 hours per week, with the flexibility to negotiate your working days.
The position requires flexibility to attend some weekend work for community events from time to time.
The classification of this position in reference to the SCHADS Award, is a Level 5. The hourly rate is $55.10 per hour, plus 12% superannuation with access to NFP Salary Packaging.
ABOUT US:
Interrelate is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting healthy human connection. Our vision is a world where healthy relationships are the norm, and our purpose is to support healthy human connection from childhood.
With more than 100 years of expertise in relationship support, we deliver responsive, cutting-edge and transformative services across 30+ locations (and online), supporting over 160,000 clients each year. Our skilled and dedicated team provides accessible services that empower individuals, families and communities to live and relate more effectively.
We are proud to be recognised as a winner of Xref Engage 2025 Best Workplace Awards, for three surveys in a row. This prestigious recognition celebrates workplaces with strong leadership, excellent management practices and highly engaged teams. At Interrelate, we care about each other, focus on strengths, celebrate achievements, support continuous learning, and find joy in our work, despite the seriousness of what we do.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in social work, community services and/or welfare, psychology, counselling or related discipline
- Experience working with and understanding of mental illness; having an understanding of the impact that emerging mental illness can have on a person's life, their families and children (particularly people with complex needs and high levels of disadvantage), and a demonstrated understanding of client centred work and recovery-oriented practice in a mental health framework
- Experience working with children, young people and families in a community welfare/ development/ case work role, whilst maintaining a child/ young person focused approach
- Case management experience, with the ability to coordinate flexible service delivery working within an individualised case management or care coordination framework
- Experience delivering therapeutic and educational group work programs to children, young people, parents and their families
- Current NSW Drivers Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
For further details about this opportunity, and for a full list of the key role requirements and responsibilities, please visit our Careers page via the provided link interrelate.connxcareers.com/Job/ViewJobs
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Salary Sacrificing and Packaging Options (superannuation, loans, credit cards, school fees)
- Additional days of paid leave on top of the standard leave entitlements
- Training, Mentoring, Supervision, and access to Resources
- Employee Awards & Recognition programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- High level of diversity in the role
TO APPLY:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a covering letter addressing the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Job Description.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026
If you have any questions regarding this position, please email recruitment@interrelate.org.au
Interrelate aspires to continue to be a leader in our community, an organisation known for working respectfully with clients from all different and diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of diverse; gender identity, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, language, socio-economic circumstances, life circumstances, beliefs, or any forms of perceived disadvantage. If you will have special requirements or would like to talk to us before submitting an application, please do not hesitate to contact us at diversity@interrelate.org.au and we will organise for you to chat with an appropriate staff member to explain how we can help you.
All Interrelate positions require the satisfactory completion of relevant Police and Working with Children Checks. Interrelate services are funded by the Australian Government.
