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SalaryAbout Act for Kids - Townsville
Act for Kids is presenting exciting career prospects within both new and well-established programs in the Townsville area. The Individual Support Services (ISS) program works in partnership with Child Safety to provide holistic trauma-informed support to children in the child protection system and children who have experienced significant levels of toxic stress, trauma, and adverse childhood experiences. 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 - Discounted health and fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
- Above-award leave provisions available – including added parental, study and exam leave opportunities.
- Professional Development - Annual Development Fund opportunity as well as ongoing structured support.
- Our Employee Assistance Program includes 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
- Salary packaging - 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 Child and Family Practitionerto deliver an outreach model of therapeutic case coordination to support children and their ecological networks to achieve better outcomes.
- Full time permanent opportunity.
- Level 5 under the SCHCADS award. Salary range is $93,860 – $98,112 plus super.
- Enjoy easy commutes, access, and parking alongside the beautiful beaches & landscape of Strand and Castle Hill.
- Contemplating a move to the delightful Townsville? We are open to negotiating relocation packages!
Key responsibilities:
- Use a trauma-informed model to support children and their ecological networks to achieve better outcomes.
- Support thorough psycho-social assessments and implementing tailored evidence-informed interventions.
- Provide psychoeducation practical assistance to the child, family, and carers.
You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.
About You
- A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (Allied Health, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services).
- Professional registration (as required) and membership of a relevant professional association (desirable).
- At least three (3) 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 (5) years in similar roles.
- Experience with and understanding of current child protection systems, legislation, and policy reforms.
- Understanding of child development, family functioning, parenting capacity and cumulative harm.
Other Requirements
- Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
- Current driver’s licence.
- Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.
About Applying
- Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
- 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.
For more information or questions about the role, please contact Rebecca Gorell on 0456 565 *** or **************@actforkids.com.au.
Closing Date: 26 March 2024
