ProCare Australia are the leading specialist recruitment agency for the community service industry, providing casual, locum and permanent career opportunities.

Our Client

Our client is a highly regarded community services organisation that partners with people to change lives for the better. They deliver child, youth and family services across multiple locations and are committed to ensuring every child in their care feels safe, respected and supported. Their work is guided by values of being responsive, imaginative, courageous, respectful and building strong relationships.

The Role

The Child and Family Practitioner provides skilled support and supervision to children and young people living in Out of Home Care. This is a Full Time opportunity, working 8:30am-5:00pm Monday to Friday, with a monthly RDO. The role works in partnership with carers, government agencies and stakeholders to deliver casework, placement support and individualised care planning that prioritises child protection and wellbeing.

Practitioners use a trauma-informed approach, applying the CARE model to mentor and coach carers in responding to trauma-based behaviours. The position supports carers to strengthen their skills, while also working directly with children and young people to promote resilience, independence and positive life outcomes.

This is a varied and rewarding role requiring strong case management skills, collaboration across multiple stakeholders, and a commitment to ensuring safe, stable and nurturing environments for children and young people.

Role Requirements

Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related field

Experience in the child protection sector

Strong understanding of trauma, attachment and complex behaviours in children and young people desirable

Demonstrated experience in case management, assessment and care planning desirable

Ability to mentor and coach carers in trauma-informed practice

Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict management skills

Current Driver’s Licence

Ability to obtain and maintain probity checks including Working with Children Check and Criminal History Check

Remuneration and Benefits

Annual salary of $91,964.29 to $96,000 pending qualifications, skills and experience + 12% super

Monthly RDO

Fully maintained work vehicle with personal use allowed

Salary packaging benefits

Regular supervision, training and a supportive team environment

An opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and their carers

Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Australian community is very important in Community Services and ProCare Australia actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, and all genders.

We recognise the richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the unique knowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees bring to the workplace, policy development and programs. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

For a confidential chat, reach out to Indi Adams, Recruitment Consultant via email - [email protected]