Family Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Cairns, Queensland, Australia UnitingCare Community Full time

Join UnitingCare Community in a meaningful career

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We are seeking an experienced Family Support Specialist to join our Foster and Kinship Care program in Far North Queensland. This rewarding role will allow you to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people, carers, and families who reside across Cairns and the Greater Cairns region.

The purpose of this role is to conduct assessments, assist with targeted recruitment and training of new and existing Carer households, and deliver therapeutic support and case management to Foster and Kinship Carers and the children and young people in their care. You will also be responsible for intake/referrals and matching of children to Carer households.

What We're Looking For:
  • A demonstrated experience in child protection and delivering Foster and Kinship Care services to children and families
  • Assessment writing and case management skills
  • Ability to work with children and young people with complex trauma and behavioural needs
  • Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology or Social Science)
  • Current driver's license and willingness to travel within Cairns and the greater region
  • Blue Card or willingness to apply
  • Participate in the after-hours on-call roster to provide carer support 24/7
About Us:

At UnitingCare Community, we are leaders in crisis response, protection of vulnerable children, financial resilience, and family wellbeing. Our team works passionately across Queensland to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

What We Offer:
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum
  • Employee discounts at hundreds of retailers
  • Recognition and rewards platform
  • Paid parental leave and partner leave
  • Diversity and inclusive leave options
  • Career development opportunities

$97,000 + super + salary packaging plus benefits. Apply now to join our team.


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