Support Practitioner
- Assess children, young people and families, and develop individualised care plans to address their strengths, needs and risks.
- Provide crisis support, advocacy and evidence-based parenting programs while coordinating care with internal teams and external agencies.
- Maintain confidential records and deliver culturally safe, inclusive services in line with child protection requirements.
Full-time, permanent position based at MackayAward covered, $44-47/hr casual plus allowancesNFP Salary packaging up to $18,549 per annum + generous leave
At Churches of Christ, we have a new opportunity for a dedicated Support Practitioner to join our Children, Youth & Families team in Mackay area.
What You'll Do
- Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of children, young people, and families to identify strengths, needs, and risks.
- Individualised Care Planning: Develop and implement tailored care plans in collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
- Crisis Intervention: Provide timely support during crises to ensure safety and stability.
- Advocacy: Advocate for clients to access necessary resources and services.
- Skill Development: Facilitate evidence-based parenting programs and workshops.
- Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to coordinate care.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with organisational standards.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Ensure services are culturally safe and inclusive, respecting the diverse backgrounds of clients.
What You'll Need
- Qualifications: Degree in social work, psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: Demonstrated experience in child protection, family support, or community services.
- Knowledge: Understanding of child protection legislation and out-of-home care frameworks.
- Skills: Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- A current driver’s licence (P2 minimum) is required for the role.
- Cultural Competence: Ability to work effectively with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Essential for the role
Child Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Our robust screening and recruitment processes help ensure we engage the right people to support children and young people. This role will require the following to be obtained before commencing:
- Possess a National Police Check,
- Working with Children (Blue Card),
- Licensed Care Service (Child Protection) or the ability to acquire.
Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage.
Who we are – Churches of Christ
Churches of Christ is one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, delivering a range of care and community services across Residential Aged Care, Home Care and Retirement Living, Foster and Kinship Care and, Housing Support for over 140 years.
We are guided by our values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage, and we welcome everyone, of all backgrounds and faiths, as we foster a diverse and inclusive community for our people.
Why Join Our Team
- Transformative leadership and a high performing team culture.
- Opportunities for career development, stretch assignments and progression.
- A growing national not-for-profit organisation with purpose and community impact.
- Work in an inclusive, down to earth & welcoming culture.
- 5 weeks annual leave.
- Not for profit salary packaging up to $18,549 which could be used for up to $15,900 (for common living expenses like rent, mortgage, school fees and many more) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
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