Support Practitioner

CHURCHES OF CHRIST; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Free on-site parking

On-site café with staff discount

Job summary

Churches of Christ, Ipswich/Bundamba area, is seeking a dedicated Support Practitioner to join the Children, Youth & Families team. The role focuses on comprehensive assessments, individualised care planning, and crisis intervention to support children, young people, and families in the Ipswich/Bundamba region.

You will work with diverse communities, ensure cultural safety, and collaborate with internal teams and external agencies while maintaining confidential records and delivering

Qualifications

• Degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Experience in child protection, family support, or community services.
• Knowledge of child protection legislation and out-of-home care frameworks.
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural competence working with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of children, young people, and families to identify strengths, needs, and risks.
• Individualised Care Planning: Develop and implement tailored care plans in collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide timely support during crises to ensure safety and stability.
• Advocacy: Advocate for clients to access necessary resources and services.
• Skill Development: Facilitate evidence-based parenting programs and workshops.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to coordinate care.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with organisational standards.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Ensure services are culturally safe and inclusive, respecting the diverse backgrounds of clients.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Education

Degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

• Work in an inclusive, down to earth & welcoming culture
• Award covered $44-$47 per hour
• Full-time, permanent position at Bundamba/Ipswich

AtChurches of Christ,we have an opportunity for a dedicated Support Practitionerto join our Children, Youth & Families team in Ipswich/Bundamba.

What You'll Do

• Comprehensive Assessments:Conduct thorough assessments of children, young people, and families to identify strengths, needs, and risks.
• Individualised Care Planning: Develop and implement tailored care plans in collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
• Crisis Intervention:Provide timely support during crises to ensure safety and stability.
• Advocacy:Advocate for clients to access necessary resources and services.
• Skill Development:Facilitate evidence-based parenting programs and workshops.
• Collaboration:Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to coordinate care.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with organisational standards.
• Cultural Sensitivity:Ensure services are culturally safe and inclusive, respecting the diverse backgrounds of clients.

What You'll Need

• Relevant Qualifications:Degree in social work, psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:Demonstrated experience in child protection, family support, or community services.
• Knowledge:Understanding of child protection legislation and out-of-home care frameworks.
• Skills:Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural Competence:Ability to work effectively with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Possess a National Police Check,
• Working with Children (Blue Card),
• Licensed Care Service (Child Protection) or the ability to acquire.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage.

Who we are - Churches of Christ

Churches of Christis one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, delivering a range of care and community services across Residential Aged Care, Home Care and Retirement Living, Foster and Kinship Care and, Housing Support for over 140 years.

We are guided by our values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage, and we welcome everyone, of all backgrounds and faiths, as we foster a diverse and inclusive community for our people.

Why Join Our Team

• Transformative leadership and a high performing team culture
• Opportunities for career development, and progression
• A growing nationalnot-for-profit organisation with purpose and community impact.
• Work in an inclusive, down to earth & welcoming culture.
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work life balance
• Free on-site parking + on-site café with staff discount (at the Kenmore head office)
• 9 day fortnightNot for profit salary packaging up to $18,549 which could be used for up to $15,900 (for common living expenses like rent, mortgage, school fees and many more) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.

Category: Child ; Youth and Family Services

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: DK000081

Churches of Christ acknowledges the traditional custodians of the different lands on which we live and work every day. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging for they hold the memories, traditions, cultures and hopes of First Nations People. We further acknowledge and recognise the resilience of First Nations People.

Contact our Churches of Christ Head Office

PO Box 508
Kenmore QLD 4069
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