Specialist Family Support Practitioner

3 days ago

Varsity Lakes, Queensland, Australia Act for Kids Full time
About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a leading provider of prevention, professional therapy, and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education, and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma, and lead happy lives.

Our Values

We are a team that is Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We strive to create a culture that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive of our employees and the communities we serve.

Why Work with Us?

We offer a range of benefits and opportunities to support your career growth and well-being, including:

  • Inclusive Employer named by Diversity Council Australia.
  • Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; and Work-Life Balance.
  • Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
  • Above-award leave provisions including additional study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.
  • Professional Development via our annual development fund as well as ongoing structured support.
  • Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
  • Salary packaging increasing your take home pay with up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.
About the Role

We are seeking a Specialist Family Support Practitioner to provide advice, guidance, and mentoring in relation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural practice. This is a full-time position funded until 31 December 2027 with possible extension.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

  • Identify practice gaps and build skills and knowledge in areas that enhance cultural competency.
  • Work with other professionals and agencies utilising an ecological model.
  • Support staff to understand and implement the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principle in their work.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services).
  • At least 5 years' experience providing complex and intensive case-management and therapeutic services to families, caregivers, young people, and children in a child protection framework.
  • An understanding of current child protection legislation and policy reforms.
  • An ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Other Requirements

In addition to the above, you will need:

  • Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
  • Willingness of a respected Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural referee to vouch for your appropriateness for this role.
  • Current driver's licence.
  • Legally able to work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).

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