Job description
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 25 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 – Discounted health and 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 – 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 Consultant to provide consultation, assessments, advice and input that will provide better outcomes for children and families.
The Assessment and Service Connect (ASC) initiative is a multi-agency, multi-disciplinary approach developed as a new way of working between Child Safety Services, other government agencies and the non-government sector.
- Part time 0.8FTE (60.8h f/n) opportunity.
- Level 5 under the SCHCADS award. Salary range is $93,860 – $98,112 (pro-rata) plus super.
- Role is government funded until 31 December 2025 with possible extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain working relationships with Child Safety as referrers and partners in the ASC co-response.
- Respond on referrals and provide expert opinion and consultation on referrals, processes and service connections.
- Actively engage referred families in the ASC co-response process in line with operational guidelines.
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 (if required) and membership of a relevant professional association (desirable).
- At least five 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 years’ experience working in similar roles.
- Experience with Department of Child Safety and undertaking holistic assessments.
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 about the role, contact Tracy Homer on 0438 200 159 or [email protected] using the subject line: Child and Family Consultant enquiry via EthicalJobs.
A position description is attached.