Brief Intervention Practitioner – Family Support (Flexible)

Kids First Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible working

3 additional leave days at Christmas

Staff Wellbeing Program

Not-for-profit benefits

Job summary

Kids First Australia invites applications for a part-time Brief Intervention Practitioner in Melbourne. The role focuses on holistically supporting families with emerging vulnerability, delivering brief interventions and group programs, and ensuring culturally safe practice.

You will manage a family services caseload, support children and families, and collaborate with internal and external partners. The role emphasises trauma-informed work within a multidisciplinary team, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in trauma-informed practice and supporting children, young people and families experiencing complex needs.
• Strong understanding of relevant policies, procedures and legislation, with the ability to apply them in practice.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to achieving positive client outcomes, maintaining program compliance and supporting team success.

Responsibilities

• Manage a family services caseload, delivering assessments, case planning, brief interventions and group programs.
• Support children and families through practical, emotional and referral-based assistance to achieve positive outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, stakeholders and partner agencies to ensure coordinated service delivery.
• Maintain accurate case records, participate in case reviews, and ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Engage in supervision, professional development and team meetings while upholding confidentiality, duty of care and family safety.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Independent work

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Stakeholder engagement

Client outcomes focus

Job description

Kids First Australia invites applications for a part-time Brief Intervention Practitioner in Melbourne. The role focuses on holistically supporting families with emerging vulnerability, delivering brief interventions and group programs, and ensuring culturally safe practice.

You will manage a family services caseload, support children and families, and collaborate with internal and external partners. The role emphasises trauma-informed work within a multidisciplinary team, with a commitment to