Child & Family Case Manager — Flexible, Impactful Work

Life Without Barriers; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements (incl. W

Tool of Trade vehicle for personal use

Up to $15,900 salary packaging

Up to $2,600 meal & entertainment ben.

Monthly RDO (optional)

Mobile phone and laptop provided

Job summary

Life Without Barriers invites applications for a permanent full-time Child and Family Practitioner in Mackay. You will provide high-quality case management and support to children and young people in family-based care, collaborating with foster carers, Child Safety, and families.

Based in Mackay, the role offers flexibility with work-from-home options, a vehicle, tech, and ongoing professional development. Applicants should have a relevant degree and experience in child protection and

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related discipline.
• Experience in child protection and/or out-of-home care.
• Trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
• Experience supporting foster carers and managing complex casework.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver child-focused case management, planning and assessments.
• Build strong partnerships with foster carers, Child Safety, families and other stakeholders.
• Provide ongoing support, supervision and guidance to Foster Carers through home visits and regular contact.
• Support carers to implement case plans and achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Develop and monitor risk assessments, cultural support plans, safety plans and behaviour support plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, case notes, foster care agreements and renewals.
• Contribute to a collaborative, child-focused team environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Relationship building

Trauma-informed approach

Culturally responsive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Life Without Barriers invites applications for a permanent full-time Child and Family Practitioner in Mackay. You will provide high-quality case management and support to children and young people in family-based care, collaborating with foster carers, Child Safety, and families.

Based in Mackay, the role offers flexibility with work-from-home options, a vehicle, tech, and ongoing professional development. Applicants should have a relevant degree and experience in child protection and