Child Protection Engagement Specialist

5 days ago


Cairns City, Queensland, Australia Act for Kids Full time
About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a leading provider of prevention, therapy, and support services for children who have suffered abuse and their families. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than three decades.

We are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma, and lead happy lives through prevention, treatment, research, education, and advocacy.

Why Choose Us?
  • We are an inclusive employer and have been recognized for our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • We offer a range of benefits to support our employees' health, wellbeing, and career development.
  • We provide opportunities for professional growth and development through structured support and an annual development fund.
  • We prioritize the wellbeing of our employees with a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program and generous leave provisions.
  • We offer competitive salary packaging options, including up to $15,900 tax-free per year.
About the Position

We are seeking an Engagement and Referral Practitioner to provide active engagement and referral support to vulnerable families where there are child protection concerns.

  • This is a full-time position under the SCHCADS Award, with a salary range of $85,127 - $91,588 + Super.
  • The role is government-funded until 31 December 2026, with possible extension.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Making appropriate referrals for client families to meet their identified needs.
  • Maintaining a case load of client families and providing short-term intervention.
  • Discussing child protection concerns and completing necessary safety planning with families and children.
What We're Looking For
  • A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline, such as allied health, social work, or human services.
  • At least two years' experience working within the child protection framework.
  • Ability to identify family and individual client needs using a child-centred approach.
  • A high level of engagement skills, including experience in engaging with non-consenting clients in a respectful and non-threatening manner.


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