Practitioner (National After Hours Service). Maximum Term, Part Time Flexible Location

Return to Life Without Barriers; Sydney; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive organization for children is seeking part-time staff for after-hours guidance and support roles. This fully remote position involves managing urgent issues and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children. Ideal candidates will have a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention as well as experience in out-of-home care. Applicants are encouraged to apply quickly as the closing date may change.

Qualifications

• Experience in out-of-home care including trauma-informed practice.
• Skilled in providing clear policy-based advice.
• Proven ability to remain calm in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities

• Handle all after-hours enquiries professionally.
• Apply legal requirements to guide decisions.
• Coordinate after-hours transitions and provide guidance.

Skills

Child protection experience

Trauma-informed practice

Conflict resolution

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Job description

At Life Without Barriers we’re all about creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. Every day we work closely with families, carers and communities to help shape brighter futures. From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health or those seeking refuge, we’re here to break down barriers and build better lives.

Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around!

Employment Type: Part Time, Maximum Term (to 30 June 2026)

Location: Completely flexible – a work from home opportunity!

Hourly Rate: From $44.58 per hour – penalties (SCHADS level 4)

In this role you will provide after‑hours support and guidance to carers, staff and stakeholders in response to urgent issues involving children and young people. Working within legislative and care standards, you’ll help manage incidents that arise outside business hours, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of those involved.

We have 2 positions available. The roster for each is listed below. Please note: alterations to the allocation of days of work / shifts are unable to be accommodated.

Position 1: 58 hours per fortnight

Position 2: 43.75 hours per fortnight

• Shift times are in line with Australian Eastern Daylight Savings Timezone.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all after‑hours enquiries with professionalism and efficiency using CARE and TCI models (training provided).
• Apply state‑specific policies and legal requirements to guide urgent or complex after‑hours decisions.
• Use child care plans and risk assessments to address young people’s needs and ensure their safety and wellbeing.
• Engage with staff and carers in a CARE‑informed trauma‑aware manner to address concerns and support high‑quality care for children and young people.
• Coordinate after‑hours transitions, including visits and clear communication with staff and carers.
• Provide guidance to staff, escalating incidents appropriately and ensuring all actions are clearly documented within LWB systems.

Skills & Experience

• Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential Care) or similar, with experience in child protection and out‑of‑home care including trauma‑informed practice.
• Experienced in working with children, families and communities using strength‑based and culturally appropriate approaches.
• Skilled in providing clear policy‑based advice with demonstrated conflict resolution, mediation and influencing abilities.
• Proven ability to remain calm and responsive in high‑volume dynamic settings requiring flexibility and teamwork.
• Experienced in working collaboratively to meet evolving operational needs while offering guidance and support to stakeholders.

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks, including a National Criminal History Record Check and any relevant field‑based checks.

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click Apply and follow the prompts. For general role enquiries, contact Kristy Crowe.

Applicants with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 26th October 2025.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications are continuously reviewed prior to the closing date, and the closing date is subject to change without notice.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client’s individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.