Support Specialist

Churches of Christ, Children, Youth and Families, Cairns (Cape York)

Fixed Term, Full-time Opportunity

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Additional benefit, enjoy Personal day off (PDO)
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus many more;

About Us

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Empower Families & Transform Young Lives

Are you passionate about creating meaningful change in the lives of children, young people, and families? Join Churches of Christ, one of Australia’s largest and most impactful community organizations, as a Support Specialist in our Children, Youth, and Families group in Cairns (Cape York).

About the Role:

As a Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in delivering expert advice and tailored support to children, young people, families, foster and kinship carers, and staff. Your work will be integral to our mission of providing high-quality, culturally inclusive services. From assessing and planning individual needs to facilitating educational programs and collaborating with key stakeholders, your impact will resonate across communities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and evaluating educational and therapeutic programs.
• Providing direct support, case management, and after-hours assistance as needed.
• Collaborating with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities to deliver culturally safe and sustainable outcomes.
• Guiding and training staff to enhance professional development and service delivery.
• Building strong networks with community partners and stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, or related discipline (or 5+ years of equivalent experience).
• Applied knowledge of child protection and trauma frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability in assessment, planning, and supporting children and families with complex needs.
• Experience in culturally inclusive practices with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Current driver’s license and ability to acquire a National Police Certificate, Working with Children (Blue Card), Child Safety and Personal History Screening Check (LCS).

Desirable:

• Understanding of the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012.
• Service quality improvement experience.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Take the next step in your career with a role that combines professional challenge and personal fulfillment. Help us make a difference to create a future where all children and families thrive.

Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. Please click the Apply Button. For further inquiries, contact 0447 907 890.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.