Family Support Practitioner

4 weeks ago

City of Moreton Bay, Australia Churches of Christ in Queensland Full time
Family Support Practitioner - Churches of Christ - Arana Hills
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to $18,549 salary sacrifice + Benefits
  • Additional Paid Day Off (PDO)/ fortnight

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? At Churches of Christ, we are seeking a dedicated Family Support Practitioner to join our Children, Youth & Families team in Arana Hills.

Overview

Why Join Us?

  • Meaningful Impact – Empower families to create nurturing environments.
  • Professional Growth – Access ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Supportive Environment – Be part of a compassionate and mission-driven team.
What You'll Do
  • Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of children, young people, and families to identify strengths, needs, and risks.
  • Individualised Care Planning: Develop and implement tailored care plans in collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
  • Crisis Intervention: Provide timely support during crises to ensure safety and stability.
  • Advocacy: Advocate for clients to access necessary resources and services.
  • Skill Development: Facilitate evidence-based parenting programs and workshops.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to coordinate care.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with organisational standards.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Ensure services are culturally safe and inclusive, respecting the diverse backgrounds of clients.
What You'll Need
  • Relevant Qualifications: Degree in social work, psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience: Demonstrated experience in child protection, family support, or community services.
  • Knowledge: Understanding of child protection legislation and out-of-home care frameworks.
  • Skills: Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Cultural Competence: Ability to work effectively with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Essential
  • Possess a National Police Check
  • Working with Children (Blue Card)
  • Licensed Care Service (Child Protection) or the ability to acquire
Employee Benefits
  • NFP Salary Packaging up to $15,900 entertainment before income tax is calculated + up to $2,649 meal & entertainment benefits. To find out what salary sacrificing can mean for you, please inquire internally.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional benefit, personal day off (PDO)
  • A work culture that values you
  • Discounts through our network of retail partners including JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, Bupa Health Plus and many more
Ready to Make A Difference?

If you are committed to empowering families and creating positive change, we invite you to apply.

Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. Applications will be assessed as received. We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Position Description – please review for details.


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