Family Led Decision Making Practitioner

7 days ago

Australia Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service Brisbane Limited Full time

**Introduction**:
About ATSICHS Brisbane

ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way - supporting our people and community in our commitment to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for them and their families.

**Description**:
Please note that it is a genuine 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 the role

The Family Led Decision Making Practitioner role will effectively deliver an accountable, effective and culturally strong FLDM service to reduce the disproportionate representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the child protection system. The Practitioner will provide independent support to families when child protection concerns are reported for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander child or young person with the goal of securing the safety of the children and the family's participation in decision making.

Duties
- Effectively engage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families that come into contact with the Child Protection system.
- Provide high quality case management practices and meet case performance targets.
- Be a conduit and 'lead case worker' role for all Child Safety matters that involve the family being supported.
- Provide crisis care support.
- Empower families through targeted interventions to have improved meaningful involvement in the Child Protection Decision that affect their lives.
- Lead the direct integration with the Family Support System and internal ATSICHS services.

**Benefits**:

- Contractual position till June 2026.
- Starting annual salary of $83,500 +11% Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Increases your take home pay).
- Supportive team.

**Skills and Experiences**:
COVID - 19 Requirements
- Immunisation history showing evidence of up-to-date COVID vaccinations.

Required

Current Bachelor's Degree, in Social Work, Human Services, Social Science, Health, Allied Health, Youth Work, Community Services, Family Intervention or Criminology with 2 years' relevant experience in social services field.

OR

Current Diploma in Community Services, Social Work, Human Services, Child and Family, Allied Health, Youth Work, Child and Family Intervention with 3 years' relevant experience in social service field.

AND

With at least 1 year of abovementioned experience in a case management role.

Demonstrated ability to meet client performance targets.
Demonstrated ability to record accurate and consistent case notes.
Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direction and to effectively communicate with and work collaboratively as part of a team, and to contribute to the development of creative and innovative services.
Demonstrated experience in overseeing and coordinating case management processes and procedures.
A willingness to travel across the ATSICHS Brisbane and Logan region of services and work across different sites.
A willingness to provide social work supports and engagement to vulnerable populations.
Working with Children's Card (Blue Card) or be eligible to apply.

Preferred

Brief intervention counselling skills.
Previous experience in a family support and or advocacy role.

How to apply

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Family Led Decision Making Practitioner

    1 week ago

    Australia Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service Brisbane Limited Full time

    **Introduction**:About ATSICHS BrisbaneATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way - supporting our people and...

  • Family Led Decision Making Specialist

    3 days ago

    Australia Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service Brisbane Limited Full time

    **Introduction**:About ATSICHS BrisbaneATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way - supporting our people and...

  • Family Led Decision Making Specialist

    1 week ago

    Australia Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service Brisbane Limited Full time

    **Introduction**:About ATSICHS BrisbaneATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way - supporting our people and...

  • Family And Kinship Care Practitioner

    7 days ago

    Australia Kurbingui Youth And Family Development Ltd Full time

    Family and Kinship Care Practitioner / Support WorkerFull time contract 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)._Do you want to make a difference?The vision of Kurbingui Youth and Family...

  • Family Support Practitioner

    3 days ago

    Australia Churches Of Christ Full time

    **Family Support Practitioner - Churches of Christ - Arana Hills**Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? At Churches of Christ, we are seeking a dedicated Family Support Practitioner to join our Children, Youth & Families team in Arana Hills.**Why Join Us?**Meaningful Impact - Empower families to...

  • Family Services Practitioner

    6 days ago

    Australia Catholiccare Victoria Full time

    Family Services Practitioner (2 Positions)Hours: 75 hours and 67.5 hours per fortnight, maximum term until 30 June 2027About the roleCatholicCare Victoria is committed to building thriving communities through disrupting the cycle of disadvantage. The Family Services program aims to promote strong families with children who are safe, healthy, resilient and...

  • Child And Family Support Practitioner

    1 week ago

    Australia Bethany Community Support Full time

    **About the role**:Bethany is excited to advertise for the role of Child and Family Support Practitioner, based at the Orange Door, Geelong. This position is full time, ongoing and will be reporting to the Team Leader - Child and Family.The Orange Door is an integrated intake pathway to family violence services and family services, keeping the whole family...

  • Youth Support Practitioner

    1 week ago

    Australia Kurbingui Youth Development Full time

    **Youth Support Practitioner - CYRD - Youth Services****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)._**DO YOU WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?**The vision of Kurbingui Youth and Family...

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Service Professional

    1 week ago

    Australia beBeeCulturallySensitive Full time $83,650 - $114,895

    Family Led Decision Making PractitionerJob DescriptionThe Family Led Decision Making Practitioner will play a pivotal role in delivering a culturally strong and effective service to reduce the disproportionate representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the child protection system.This role will involve providing independent support...

  • General Practitioner

    1 week ago

    Australia Weston Creek Family Medicine (Wcfm) Full time

    Weston Creek Family Medicine (WCFM) is a family-oriented general practice that has been serving the Weston Creek area for nearly forty years. We pride ourselves on building ongoing relationships with our patients, fostering trust, respect, and a caring attitude. Our approach emphasizes total care, not just addressing immediate issues but also focusing on...