Brief Intervention Worker

Communify; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development & training

Regular supervision & support

Flexible work arrangements

Meaningful community impact

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Communify is seeking a compassionate Brief Intervention Worker to join the Bardon Neighbourhood Centre team on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The role delivers brief interventions, crisis support, advocacy and practical assistance to individuals and families, while fostering resilience and community access to services.

You will conduct assessments, coordinate referrals, support emergency relief programs and engage with financial inclusion initiatives, including NILS.

Qualifications

• Qualifications or equivalent experience in community services, social work, or counselling.
• Experience working with individuals and families experiencing complex needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide brief intervention, crisis support and practical assistance to individuals and families.
• Conduct client assessments and develop appropriate support responses.
• Provide information, referrals and advocacy.
• Support emergency relief and community-based programs.
• Assist with No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) and other financial inclusion initiatives.
• Develop and facilitate community groups, activities and events.
• Build strong relationships with local services and community stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate client records and reporting requirements.
• Support volunteers and students within the service.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Time management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Community services qualification

Social work background

Counselling training

Job description

Communify – Bardon
Part-Time working 3 days per week | SCHADS Level 5 + Super + Salary Packaging

Support people through life's challenges and help strengthen your local community.

Communify is seeking an experienced and compassionate Brief Intervention Worker to join our North West Community Hub - Bardon Neighbourhood Centre team.

This rewarding role provides direct support to individuals and families experiencing hardship, crisis or complex life challenges. Working within a community-focused environment, you will deliver brief interventions, information, referrals, advocacy and practical assistance while helping people build resilience and access the support they need.

• SCHADS Level 5 salary plus superannuation
• Access to generous salary packaging benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Regular supervision and support
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally appropriate
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community
• Inclusive, supportive and values-driven workplace culture

About Us

Communify supports people across all life stages to live active, healthy and socially connected lives. Through our Neighbourhood Centres and community programs, we provide family support, emergency relief, financial inclusion services, community development initiatives and opportunities for social connection.

About the Role

As a Brief Intervention Worker, you will:

• Provide brief intervention, crisis support and practical assistance to individuals and families
• Conduct client assessments and develop appropriate support responses
• Provide information, referrals and advocacy
• Support emergency relief and community-based programs
• Assist with No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) and other financial inclusion initiatives
• Develop and facilitate community groups, activities and events
• Build strong relationships with local services and community stakeholders
• Maintain accurate client records and reporting requirements
• Support volunteers and students within the service

About You

You are passionate about supporting people and creating positive outcomes for your community.

You will bring:

• Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in community services, social work, counselling or a related field
• Experience working with individuals and families experiencing complex needs
• Strong communication, engagement and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Sound judgement, initiative and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Mandatory Requirements

• Current National Police Check
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid working rights in Australia

Diversity and Inclusion

Communify is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ communities, refugees and people seeking asylum.

Applications close: 12 November 2026, note Applications will be reviewed as received and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.

For more information about the role or to view the full position description, visit https://communify.connxcareers.com/Job/ViewJobs.

Join Communify and help create stronger, more connected communities.