Family support Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Northern QLD, Australia Kanda Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

At Kanda, we're more than a care provider – we're a community. Backed by decades of experience, we deliver personalised support solutions that embrace the complexity of life. Our services span disability and NDIS support, children, youth and family services, aged home care, veterans' care, and community nursing.

Kanda are looking for passionate team members to support families to thrive. In this role you will: 

  • Provide intensive family support tailored to the needs of children, young people, and their families
  • Implement evidence-based interventions, including parenting strategies and practical life skills coaching
  • Support families to access community resources, education, and employment pathways
  • Conduct home visits and engage in early intervention strategies to improve safety and wellbeing outcomes
  • Work alongside Child Safety and other government and community stakeholders to deliver wrap-around support
  • Complete documentation and case notes in line with legislative and organisational requirements
  • Experience with frameworks such as Circle of Security, Parents under Pressure, Safe and Together, and Shark Cage is desired, but not required.

What we offer:

  • Ongoing training and development such as Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training and The Sanctuary Model framework
  • Consistent rosters and supportive team culture
  • Wellness initiatives and access to the Sonder wellbeing app – 24/7 support

Requirements:

  • Working with Children Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check or being willing and eligible to obtain prior to commencement
  • Available to work across a full shift pattern (mornings, evenings and sleepovers)
  • Valid Drivers Licence and access to a vehicle
  • Attained or working towards a relevant Bachelor's Degree, Diploma or Certificate IV (Community Services, Youth/Social Work, etc.)
  • Experience working with young people/children
  • Experience working in related fields, i.e. Family Support, Child Safety, family development and other Family related roles

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures are respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.

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