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▷ [25/9/2025] Child & Family Practitioner. Maximum Term Full Time - Unley
4 weeks ago
Child & Family Practitioner. Maximum Term Full Time - Unley
Apply now Job no: 505699
Employment type: Full Time
Location: Adelaide
Categories: Child, Youth & Family
- Based in Unley, with travel to Port Pirie and Murray Bridge as required
- Monthly rostered day off (RDO)
- Generous Employee Benefits – Salary Packaging, Fitness Passport + More
At Life Without Barriers, we’re all about creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures.
From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge — we’re here to break down barriers and build better lives.
Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around
About the Role
Employment Type: Maximum Term, Full Time (6 months) – 2 Positions Available
Location: Based in Unley, with travel to Port Pirie and Murray Bridge as required
As a Child & Family Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people in Out of Home Care. You’ll work closely with carers, government agencies, and internal teams to develop, implement, and review individualised care plans that prioritise safety, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes.
You’ll use a trauma-informed, CARE-model approach to mentor carers, promote healing relationships, and support positive development in children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide child-focused casework in partnership with carers, children, families, and stakeholders.
- Support and supervise carers, including home visits and phone support.
- Apply the CARE model to build resilience, skills, and trust in young people.
- Coordinate care plans, risk assessments, and support strategies aligned with child protection standards.
- Facilitate transitions into and between placements, ensuring thorough preparation and support.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, including government departments.
- Maintain accurate records, including case notes, carer reviews, and care plans.
- Actively support children and young people through pathways to independence.
- Uphold a culture of safety, inclusion, and respect in every aspect of your work.
Skills & Experience
- Degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant field (essential)
- Current Driver’s Licence (essential)
- Significant experience working in Out of Home Care or child protection
- Strong understanding of trauma, attachment, and complex behaviours in children and young people
- Ability to deliver strength-based and culturally appropriate case management
- High-level communication, negotiation, and documentation skills
- Capacity to work autonomously and as part of a team, managing multiple cases and priorities
- Understanding of permanency planning and supporting carers through change
- Commitment to continuous improvement and reflective practice
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and any relevant stated based checks.
How to Apply
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For general role enquiries contact Dillon via recruitment@lwb.org.au - Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit https://www.lwb.org.au/careers for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 5th October 2025.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications are continuously reviewed prior to the closing date and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.
We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client/'s individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.
Advertised: 19 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Oct 2025 23:55 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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