Specialist Family Support Practitioner - Townsville

Job Description

Specialist Family Support Practitioner - Townsville $97,378 – $101,788 + Super + Salary sacrifice 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 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. Why Join Act for Kids? The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values . We are a team that is Professional , Ethical , Caring , Courageous , and Collaborative . Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia. Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + 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 parental, 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 Position We are looking to welcome a Specialist Family Support Practitioner (Mental Health and Disability) to hold primary case management responsibilities, delivering interventions to families addressing identified needs and child protection concerns. The role will also provide advice, guidance, and coaching/mentoring to IFS (Intensive Family Support) practitioners in relation to their area of expertise. Full time opportunity. SCHCADS Award Level 5. Salary range is $97,378 – $101,788 + Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice. Government funded until 31 December 2026 with possible extension. Key Responsibilities: Deliver an outreach model of complex family case-management programs to families, predominantly within their home environment. Maintain a caseload of families and provide evidence-informed case management interventions for clients with varied complex needs specifically, those whose clinical presentations incorporate mental health and/or disability. Engage with families, obtain consent and develop a case plan in conjunction with the family which addresses unmet needs and child protection concerns. Build the practice capabilities of team members by modelling, mentoring/coaching staff during home visits, interventions, complex family interviews, inter-agency meetings and other practice situations. Participate in client case consultations, making recommendations about risk and safety implications as a result of your area of expertise. Minimum Qualifications: Tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services). At least five (5) years’ experience providing complex and intensive case-management and therapeutic services to families, caregivers, young people, and children in a child protection framework. Experience in working with people with mental health, disability, and complex needs; and interacting with families and carers. Cultural awareness and an understanding of how to communicate and work effectively with families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 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. Applicants must be eligible to legally work in Australia and proof of eligibility will be requested. About Applying Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application. Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr