Join the Team That’s Changing Lives!

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. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

Working With Us

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation.

We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion and employee wellbeing:

• Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
• Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
• Supportive culture that encourages diversity, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

What We Offer

At Act for Kids, our people are the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to offer:

• Extra leave, including wellbeing days, parental, study, exam, and pet leave.
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
• Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
• Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.

About the Position

We are looking to welcome a Program Coordinator to provide leadership, consultation, assessments, advice and input that will provide better outcomes for children and families referred for child protection concerns.

• Full time position.
• Government funded until 31 December 2025 with the possibility of extension.
• Level 7 under the SCHCADS Salary range is $119,094 - $124,074 + Super.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team to deliver high quality outcomes within a performance planning and development culture.
• Actively participate in activities including meetings of ASC members and key stakeholders.
• Provide expert opinion, guidance, advice, assessments and consultation on referrals, processes and service connections as part of the ASC team.
• Respond as part of the ASC team on referrals.

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, psychology).
• At least 5 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.
• An ability to lead and build a strong, cohesive team in alignment with Act for Kids’ values.
• Demonstrated specialist skills in at least one of the following areas drug and alcohol, mental health, family and domestic violence, child development.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.

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).

How to Apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please include:

• A resume.
• A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.

Contact: Caterina Schulz [0419 794 443] or [email protected].

Closing Date : 1 August 2025