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.

About the Position

We are seeking a passionate Practice Quality & Workforce Development Consultant to join our SafeKIDS team and drive strategic workforce development solutions and continuous quality improvement initiatives for Out of Home Care Services, based in Cairns and in the Far North Queensland Cape and Gulf areas.

• Full time position.
• Level 7 under the SCHCADS Award. Salary range is $115,066 - $119,872 + Super.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a SafeKIDS workforce capability plan though contemporary people and culture practices to improve and enhance practices in areas of diversity and inclusion, learning and development, recruitment and selection, wellbeing, and talent management.
• In consultation with the Director of Out of Home Care, develop workforce strategies ensuring alignment with policies and sustainability factors.
• Develop and coordinate professional learning and development pathways to assist in building workforce capability.
• Lead the delivery of Workforce Development Projects through a continued understanding of the diverse culture, and sensitivities of each community.
• Develop and implement quality improvement plans and projects to support the Human Services Quality Framework (HSQF) pre and post audit.
• Travel to remote communities in the Far North Queensland Cape and Gulf areas.

You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.

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 You

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience working in a specialist workforce development role, or similar, with a focus on diversity and inclusion, learning and development, recruitment, selection and wellbeing.
• Strong cultural awareness and proven experience in workforce development, particularly in working with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• In-depth knowledge of the Out of Home Care and Child Protection sectors, including the Human Services Quality Framework (HSQF), or the ability to develop this knowledge base quickly.
• Demonstrated ability to think and act at an operational and strategic level, adopting a hands-on approach and delivering on agreed objectives.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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).

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.
• 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 Phill Hogan on 0484 038 681 or [email protected].

Closing Date 21 March 2025