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 30 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 an In Home Therapy Assistant to provide specialist trauma informed, attachment-based coaching and role-modelling to carers and stakeholders.

Full time position until 24 August 2026.

• Level 4 under the SCHCADS Award. Salary range is $88,100 - $94,792 + Super.
• Working schedule includes potential hours between 7am and 7pm weekdays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support families to foster secure attachments with their child, develop appropriate routines and boundaries and support emotional regulation.
• Work collaboratively with all ISS practitioners to ensure parenting strategies and child behaviour support is in line with appropriate child development and parental capacity.
• Deliver practical intervention with the family as guided by the therapy team in line with the ISS Therapeutic Intervention Plan.

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

About You

• Tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (social work, human services, allied health).
• Professional registration (if required).
• Membership of a relevant professional association (desirable).
• At least two years’ experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or have experienced abuse and neglect.
• Understanding of the impacts of trauma on child development and family functioning.

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.

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

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: Sarah Watson, 0473 612 315 or [email protected].

Closing Date: 21 September 2025