Family Response Facilitator/Practitioner

Position Title: Family Response Facilitator - Yadeni Tago - Indigenous Family and Child Connect (IFACC) Program

Full Time Position

Please note that it is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person in accordance with s25 of the Anti-discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

About Kurbingui Youth & Family Development

Kurbingui Youth and Family Development is a not-for-profit community service organisation that offers service to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, families, children and young people living within the Greater Brisbane, Moreton Bay and South East Qld regions.

We deliver various community services covering areas such as employment and training, family support, domestic and family violence, alcohol and substance abuse, cultural education and engagement programs, education support for families and children from preschool to tertiary, recreation and sports, early years, youth, women's and men's programs and cultural group activities, and health and nutrition.

About Family and Child Connect

The Indigenous & non-Indigenous Family and Child Connect (IFACC) is a Queensland Government-funded initiative aimed at ensuring vulnerable families and children have access to high-quality services at the right time to help them to maintain the family unit. The Brisbane Region IFACC is delivered in partnership with the non-Indigenous Family and Child Connect (FACC) Mercy Community.

The Role

The primary purpose of the role is to provide quality service through the assessment and recommendation of culturally appropriate responses comprising all aspects of intake, engagement, assessment, and referral to support services within a time-limited period.

To be successful in the role, you will (Key Selection Criteria):

• Identify as an Aboriginal & or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Have an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and societies and the issues which impact upon them in contemporary society.
• Previous experience in similar role using strength-based framework with complex family needs.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in conducting safety and risk assessments.
• Sound understanding and knowledge of the Queensland child protection system.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organise and coordinate own workload within a team environment and autonomously within deadlines.
• Effective communication skills – written, verbal and interpersonal; including report-writing and recording case-notes.
• Demonstrated intermediate ability in the use of a variety of software packages. For example, MS Outlook, Word, Excel spreadsheets, and database packages.

Qualifications/Certifications

• Degree, diploma or certificate in Child Protection, Human Services, Social Work and/or Psychology or equal professional experience in psychology, social work, community services, youth work, early childhood with a focus on child protection.
• Blue Card / or ability to obtain prior to commencement.
• Drivers Licence.
• Be willing to undergo a Criminal History check.

Remuneration

This position offers a competitive remuneration package in line with the 'Fisher' & '316 Regulation' pay scale and Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2020.

Benefits

• Attractive salary packaging options up to $15,899 (annual limit) with meal entertainment card, and novated lease options
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Onsite parking and train line next door

How to Apply

Address your application to Julie Nelson, Yadeni Tago Program Manager - Youth & Families. Your application must include a resume and a 2-page cover letter that includes a response to the Key Selection Criteria as listed above.

Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.

Please note: We review applications on a rolling basis, so we recommend getting your application in as soon as possible.

Employment is conditional upon maintaining clear personal history screening checks prior to and throughout employment. A Blue Card must be obtained prior to commencement.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

Do you have experience working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island communities?

Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?

How many years' experience do you have as a Family Response Facilitator?

Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?

Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?

Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

Have you completed a qualification in community services?

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $44.58 – $47.97 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

Benefits:

• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Salary packaging

Experience:

• Family Support: 1 year (Required)

Licence/Certification:

• Full Driver Licence (Required)
• Blue Card (Required)

Work Location: In person