Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Do you want to make a difference?

The vision of Kurbingui Youth and Family Development is to be a deadly organisation that supports our mob on their journey. Our mission is to build a flexible, sustainable organisation based on cultural values that can empower community to reach their potential. The values that we bring to our work are personal growth, harmony, accountability, communication, and teamwork.

About Kurbingui Youth and Family Development

Kurbingui Youth and Family Development (Kurbingui) is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that offers services primarily to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, individuals, families, children, and young people living within the Greater Brisbane, Moreton Bay and Southeast Qld regions.

Kurbingui delivers various community services covering areas such as employment and training, family support, domestic and family violence response, alcohol and substance abuse, cultural education and engagement programs, support for families and children from preschool to tertiary education, recreation and sports, early years, families, children and youth supports, women's and men's programs, cultural group activities, Youth Justice and NDIS.

Overview of Brisbane Kurbingui HALT Collective

The HALT Collective meetings are characterised by the agreement drawn up by the members. This includes acknowledging different ideas and perspectives as well as a commitment to reaching agreement prior to proceeding with recommendations by the group.

The discussions take place in a safe space that promotes questions and cultural learnings and is defined by members being respectful, generous with airspace, supportive and taking a strengths-based approach. Communication is open, honest, professional and importantly, is trauma informed. Understanding intergenerational trauma is critical to the success of the HALT Collective, and members take seriously how the decisions of today can / will contribute to the trauma story of a family.

Understanding the best interests of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children can only be properly determined with the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Appreciating that responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children sits with more than one person or entity in community.

Understanding that early intervention is critical to heal and strengthen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to care for their children and ensure they thrive.

The Role

The primary purpose of the HALT Practitioner will be to provide high-quality cultural advice and direction to the HALT Collective and inform appropriate recommendations to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, their children and young people about their safety needs. This role focuses on addressing complex child protection concerns, this is achieved through offering supports, facilitating practical intervention and prevention techniques and strategies from a cultural strength-based and trauma informed approach that enhances an individual’s capacity and empowers families to sustain positive changes.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

Qualifications and or equal professional experience in psychology, social work, community services, youth work, early childhood with a focus on child protection.Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies and their cultures, and a general understanding of the issues that are affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in contemporary Australian society.

Highly developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication, consultation, negotiation and liaison skills (especially in relation to Indigenous families and communities) including the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Demonstrated experience in working effectively with families, children and external sources/agencies. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team in the delivery and support of early intervention. Demonstrated high level, or ability to acquire, understanding of child protection in Queensland including the significance of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principles, relevant legislation, policies and practices in relation to the role of Support Workers. Demonstrated time management skills, with ability to balance and prioritise various client engagement, administrative and reporting requirements including use of various databases.

Willing and able to work within a culturally competent context and Kurbingui Youth Development’s mission, vision and values.

Based in Zillmere, this 3-day part-time position is required Thursday and Friday plus another day of choice. The position offers a competitive remuneration package in line with the Level 4, Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010.

How to apply

Address your application to Joanna - Acting Team Leader, Kurbingui Youth & Family Development.

Your application must include a resume and a cover letter that includes a response to the Key Selection Criteria listed above. Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.

Please note: We review applications on a rolling basis, so we recommend getting your application in as soon as possible.

To request a copy of the position description and further information on the Selection criteria please email [email protected] using the subject line: PD request: HALT Practitioner PD.

Employment is conditional upon maintaining a clear personal history screening check, QLD Driver's License and Blue Card throughout employment.