Family Worker (FamilyCare), Bourke

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to deliver a mix of activities for families (including playgroups) to foster healthy child development and positive parent/child relationships in the Bourke and Brewarrina communities.

This position is fulltime, based at our Bourke office and offers a maximum term contract until 26June 2026. If further funding is made available, an additional contract may be offered to the incumbent.

Skills & Experience

• Facilitate playgroups and educational programs for parents and children.
• Communicate sensitively with clients in a confidential and culturally appropriate way.
• Understanding of local services in Bourke and Brewarrina, that offer support to children and families.
• Excellent organisational and administration skills.
• Travel to Brewarrina twice a week to facilitate playgroups and educational programs and provide support for parents and children.

The benefits of working with us

• Attractive hourly rate starting from $39.77 (dependent on experience, skills and qualifications) - This position is covered under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010.
• Salary Packaging - package up to $15,900 per year tax free!
• Training, personal and career development.
• An opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community.

About CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes

CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes empowers individuals, families and communities of western NSW by offering financial counselling and capability, supporting families affected by domestic violence, offering tailored help for men and family relationships, providing housing support, and delivering initiatives to strengthen Indigenous communities.

If you would like more information and/or assistance in completing an application, or if you would like to speak to one of our senior Aboriginal Leaders, please contact us on and we will happily assist you.

CatholicCare believes that merit-based recruitment is key to maintaining a sustainable and developing organisation, the most capable and motivated staff, and high-quality services to clients. Merit-based recruitment is free of discrimination and provides opportunities for workforce diversity.

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Applications close: 5.00 pm Wednesday, 5 November 2025

CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes provides vital services to help those in need across our region. Any donation is greatly appreciated and helps those most in need in our community.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO THE TRADITIONAL CUSTODIANS

CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of the land. We recognise the continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We would like to pay our respects to elders, past, present and emerging.

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