The Child and Family Support Practitioner is a key member of Waullo Dawn (Armadale Family Domestic Violence Alliance). Waullo Dawn is a multidisciplinary team, providing trauma informed, strengths-based support to families with infants, children and young people who are at risk of or impacted by family and domestic violence.
The role works collaboratively with parents, caregivers and partner agencies to strengthen parenting capacity, promote child wellbeing, enhance family functioning and support safe, nurturing relationships.
Through individualised support, group facilitation, education and community engagement, the practitioner assists families to build resilience, access appropriate services and achieve positive outcomes.
The practitioner contributes specialist knowledge of child development, parenting and family wellbeing and early intervention within a multidisciplinary and culturally responsive service model.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Where applicable, current registration with relevant professional registration body (eg AHPRA).
Demonstrated experience supporting vulnerable children and families experiencing adversity, trauma and/or family domestic violence.
Demonstrated experience facilitating groups, workshops or parenting programs.
Sound understanding of child development, attachment, early intervention and family functioning.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and integrated service environments.
Strong communication, engagement and relationship building skills.
Experience applying trauma-informed, strengths based and culturally responsive practice frameworks.
Know of local community services and referral pathways.
Effective communication skills both written and oral with a strong focus on listening
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills showing initiative, creativity, and flexibility.
Applications are due by 5.00pm, Thursday 22nd October 2026 however shortlisting will commence immediately so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.
If you have any queries, please contact Rhiarn Baker, Senior Coordinator South rbaker@ngala.com.au.
At Ngala, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience.
After 135 years of working with families across Western Australia, Ngala continues to use the latest research and training, alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meet the needs of today’s parents and children.
Our core values at Ngala are Human Connection, Integrity, Fairness and Creativity.
Ngala is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contribution of all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse background, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and people with a disability.
We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People as the traditional custodians of the land where our programs and services operate and pay respect to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation.
To find out more about Ngala, visit www.ngala.com.au.
We help WA parents navigate challenges and build the skills needed to give their children the best start in life. There are many ways we can help, depending on what works best for you and your family.
- Residential Parenting Service - stay with us at our purpose-built space
- Free Parenting Line - free professional advice on any topic 0-18 years
- Community Programs - from adjusting to parenting to attending school
- Child and Parent Centres - free services to support the local community
- Early Learning Development Centres - high quality childcare in Perth
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