About Act for Kids 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 Family Support Practitioner (Level 4) or Specialist Family Support Practitioner - Identified (Level 5) to provide advice, guidance, and coaching/mentoring in relation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural practice to team members using a case management framework, including identification and assessment of risk.Full time or part time opportunity (0.8FTE minimum).Position government funded until 30 June 2027 with possible extension.Level 4 role salary range under the SCHCADS Award is $85,127 - $91,588 (Pro-Rata for Part Time) + Super.Level 5 role salary range under the SCHCADS Award is $97,378 - $101,788 (Pro-Rata for Part Time) + Super.To perform the Level 5 role, it is essential that the person who holds the position be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.Key Responsibilities: Deliver an outreach model of complex family case-management programs to families and kids.Facilitating social learning, community connectedness, good health, and wellbeing.Working with other professionals and agencies utilising an ecological model.You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.About You A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services).Experience providing complex and intensive case-management and/or therapeutic services to families, caregivers, young people and children in a child protection framework.Level 4 applicants require a minimum of 2 years experience, Level 5 applicants require a minimum of 5 years experience.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 Working with Children Check or professional exemption.Current driver's licence.Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).Cultural Authority and the willingness of a respected Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural referee to vouch for your appropriateness for this role.(Level 5 role only) 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 responsibilities of the role, indicate if you are nominating yourself for the Level 5 or Level 4 role and your preference for full time or part time.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 Deanne Mills on 0439 362 632 or ****** Closing Date: 25 November 2024