Child and Family Specialist

4 weeks ago


Mackay, Queensland, Australia Act for Kids Full time
About Act for Kids

We are a leading provider of prevention, professional therapy, and support services for children who have suffered abuse and neglect. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years.

Our Mission

We are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma, and lead happy lives. Our team is dedicated to providing holistic support to children and their families, addressing the complex needs of each individual.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supporting Child Safety in engaging with the child and their family.
  • Enabling, supporting, and informing a holistic response to the child and their family.
  • Undertaking a targeted assessment of a family's strengths and needs.
  • Assisting the child and their family to access the support and services they need.
Requirements
  • A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services).
  • At least five (5) years' experience working with children, young people, and their families who have been impacted by trauma or have experienced abuse and neglect.
  • Expertise in family functioning, parenting, and attachment, including assessing family relationships and parenting capacity and functioning.
About You

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values of professionalism, ethics, care, courage, and collaboration. If you are passionate about supporting children and families, we encourage you to apply.



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