Community Mental Health Support Specialist (Part-Time, Flexible)

UnitingCare Children, Young People and Families; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

Flexible work arrangements

12 weeks paid parental leave

Diversity and inclusive leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

UnitingCare Queensland in Cairns is seeking a Community Support Worker to assist families and practitioners within the FaDS team. The role supports the Family Support and Community Support Service, including intake, referrals, and community activities.

The position is permanent part-time (15.2 hours/week) with pay of $46.70 per hour plus super and not-for-profit salary packaging options. A driver’s licence and Blue Card are required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a human services or related field.
• Experience in intake and assessment within family support services.
• Experience working across the community sector and child protection systems.
• Ability to develop and implement community programs and activities.
• Current Driver’s Licence and a Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for families referred to the Family Support Program (including Child and Adolescent Counselling).
• Process enquiries and referrals into the program and undertake eligibility assessments in consultation with the Local Service Manager.
• Assist families to access support services including practical and crisis support.
• Develop and initiate activities from a community hub to promote personal development and belonging.
• Develop activities to improve the quality and networking of community services.

Skills

Intake and assessment experience

Community sector experience

Child protection knowledge

Current Drivers Licence

Working with Children Check

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a human services or related field

Job description

UnitingCare Queensland in Cairns is seeking a Community Support Worker to assist families and practitioners within the FaDS team. The role supports the Family Support and Community Support Service, including intake, referrals, and community activities.

The position is permanent part-time (15.2 hours/week) with pay of $46.70 per hour plus super and not-for-profit salary packaging options. A driver’s licence and Blue Card are required.