Family Support Practitioner | Foster & Kinship Care | PPT & Casual

Rise Child and Youth Services; Warwick; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Training & accreditation

Flexible working

Career progression

Job summary

RISE Child and Youth Services in Warwick is seeking a Family Support Practitioner to work with Foster and Kinship Carers, children and families. The role offers both part-time permanent and casual options across Warwick and Stanthorpe, with flexible hours and a locally based team.

You will provide practical support, help families access services, transport and oversee coordination with other agencies, while maintaining professional boundaries and person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current Blue Card (Working with Children) is required.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Valid Queensland Driver's Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, direct support to Foster and Kinship Carer households.
• Support children and families in home and community settings.
• Assist with transport, appointments and coordinating services as needed.
• Complete assessments and maintain accurate service notes and planning.

Skills

Blue Card (Working with Children)

First Aid and CPR

Driver's Licence

Education

Community Services / Youth Work qualification

Job description

Family Support Practitioner | Foster & Kinship Care | PPT & Casual

Rise Child and Youth Services – Warwick QLD

Family Support Practitioner | Foster & Kinship Care | PPT & CasualWe are inviting dedicated, practical and relationship-focused people to join our growing team across Warwick, Stanthorpe and the Southern Downs.

We are looking for people who understand that practical support, the right relationship, and someone turning up when they are needed can be the world of difference to a Carer Household.

Who we are:

• At RISE Child and Youth Services, we are dedicated to making differences in young lives through everyday interactions.

• The RISE approach builds resilience, empowerment and stability into the lives of children, young people and families by taking a personal approach to their needs, goals and circumstances.

• RISE currently provides a range of Child and Youth Services across the Toowoomba, Darling Downs and Southern Downs regions, including Transitional Care, Family and Carer Outreach, Foster and Kinship Respite, family contact, transport and intensive support.

• Our work is grounded in relational, trauma-informed practice and our ASCEND and DOSES frameworks.

Who you are:

• A calm, practical and supportive person.

• Someone who can build genuine relationships with children, carers and families.

• Emotionally intelligent, flexible and accepting.

• Comfortable working independently within the community as well as part of a broader team.

• Able to recognize when a family needs practical assistance, emotional support or additional help.

• Someone who can balance empathy with clear professional boundaries.

• Willing to ask, “what would it take?” and work alongside families to find practical solutions.

What sets you apart:

• Experience in Family Support, Youth Work, Child Protection, Foster or Kinship Care, Disability, Community Services or similar fields.

• Knowledge of the Queensland Child Protection system.

• Experience supporting families or households experiencing pressure, instability or complex circumstances.

• Grounded in local community and networks to help strengthen genuine supports.

• Strong communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills.

• Confidence working with carers, children, government and community organizations.

• Individuals who can uphold our values of Respect, Integrity, Safety and Excellence.

The current role:

As a Family Support Practitioner with RISE, you will work directly alongside Foster and Kinship Carers, children and families to help maintain safe, stable and sustainable care arrangements.

No two families will need exactly the same thing.

One day may involve helping a carer manage appointments or transport. Another may involve providing direct support to children, assisting during a difficult period within the household, or working alongside other services to help prevent a placement from breaking down.

The role is deliberately flexible and responsive to the individual needs of each Carer Household.

RISE's proposed service includes planned and emergent support across business hours, evenings and weekends, with supports tailored to the needs of individual households.

Responsibilities may include:

• Providing practical and direct support within Foster and Kinship Carer households.

• Supporting children and young people within their home and community.

• Transporting children and young people to appointments, school, family contact or community activities.

• Supporting supervised family contact where required.

• Working with Carer Households experiencing increased pressure or placement instability.

• Helping carers identify practical strategies that strengthen household stability.

• Responding flexibly to changing family circumstances and emerging needs.

• Working collaboratively with Child Safety, Foster and Kinship Care agencies and other community services.

• Completing assessments, case notes and accurate service documentation.

• Contributing to individualised support planning and reviewing outcomes.

• Working within RISE's ASCEND and DOSES frameworks.

Employment Options

Permanent Part-Time

• Structured and predictable employment.

• Combination of weekday, evening and weekend availability.

• Locally based work throughout Warwick and Stanthorpe regions.

• Opportunity to develop specialist experience working with Foster and Kinship Carer households.

• Ongoing training, supervision and professional development.

Casual

• Flexible work across weekdays, evenings and weekends.

• Opportunity to work across different Carer Households and support needs.

• Suitable for experienced community-sector workers looking for additional flexibility.

Key Requirements

Applicants will require, or be willing to obtain where appropriate:

• A relevant Community Services, Youth Work, Child Protection, Human Services or similar qualification meeting applicable minimum qualification requirements.

• Current Blue Card (Working with Children).

• Current First Aid and CPR.

• Current Queensland Driver's License.

• Ability to undertake relevant screening requirements.

• Ability to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends.

• Strong written communication and case-note skills.

Why work with RISE?

RISE is locally based and locally led. We currently employ a workforce across Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley, Dalby, Crows Nest, Warwick and surrounding regions, and we believe regional communities deserve services delivered by people who are grounded in those communities.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside families when relatively small interventions can have a significant impact — strengthening relationships, reducing pressure and helping children remain connected to safe and stable families.

At Rise Child and Youth Services, we believe in supporting our employees to thrive both professionally and personally. We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits include professional development opportunities, access to training and accreditation programs, and support for career progression within the organization.

We are committed to fostering a positive workplace culture that values work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements where possible. Our team members benefit from a supportive working environment, access to employee assistance programs, and a commitment to health and wellbeing initiatives. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Our Commitment to our Clients

Our commitment, above all else, is to honor the right to a safe and supportive engagement with all our clients, respecting their individuality. This means we consider and value our clients’ rights, culture, songlines, self-determined identity and all things that enhance their sense of self and wellbeing.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Security

RISE is proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and fostering a workplace where diverse backgrounds and experiences are valued. We maintain a strong focus on ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all children, youth and families in our care.

How to Reach Us

If you are passionate about working alongside children, families and carers and want to be part of a locally based service focused on practical and meaningful outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

You can learn more about RISE at www.risecys.com.au

RISE Child and Youth Services: Where small moments lead to big impacts.