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Family Support Workers


Family Support Workers assist the work of Social Workers and Welfare Workers by providing services and support to families.

What the job involves

  • Assesses clients' needs and plans, develops and implements educational, training and support programs

  • Interviews clients and assesses the nature and extent of difficulties

  • Monitors and reports on the progress of clients

  • Refers clients to agencies that can provide additional help