QSW: South West ASC Child And Family Consultant
3 days ago
About Act for Kids
Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 30 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.
Working With Us
Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation.
We're more than just a workplace—we're a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We're proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion and employee wellbeing:
- Inclusive Employer named by Diversity Council Australia.
- Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
- Supportive culture that encourages diversity, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
What We Offer
At Act for Kids, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're proud to offer:
- Extra leave, including wellbeing days, parental, study, exam, and pet leave.
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
- Fitness Passportincluding discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
- Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
- Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.
About the Position
We are looking to welcome a Child and Family Consultant to contribute to the wellbeing of children and families.
- Level 5 SCHCADS Award.
- Salary range: $100,784 - $105,350 + Superannuation (pro-rata for part time).
- Part Time (0.5 FTE), Government funded, parental leave backfill opportunity to 20 November 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
- Actively build and maintain working relationships with Child Safety as referrers and partners in the ASC co-response.
- Respond as a part of the ASC team on referrals and provide expert opinion and consultation on referrals, processes and service connections.
- Actively engage referred families in the ASC co-response process in line with operational guidelines and Act for Kids policy and procedures.
- Conduct thorough, practice-informed assessments of referred families' strengths and needs from a child-focused, strengths-based approach.
- Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of available support service options within the local community and build working relationships as a referral service.
You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.
About You
- A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services).
- Professional registration (if required).
- Membership of a relevant professional association (desirable).
- 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, or more than five years' experience working in similar roles.
- Demonstrated specialist skills in at least one of the following areas drug and alcohol, mental health, family and domestic violence, child development.
Other Requirements
- Eligibility for a positive Working with Children Check in the applicable state of employment in Australia or exemption based on professional qualifications and registration.
- Current driver's licence.
- Applicants must be eligible to legally work in Australia and proof of eligibility will be requested.
How to Apply
Click on 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please include:
- A resume.
- A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.
We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.
If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.
Contact: Veronica Grey, or
Closing Date: 17 October 2025
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