Family Support Practitioner

About Act for Kids Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to helpkeep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive. Working With Us Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation. We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values : Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative . We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion and employee wellbeing : Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26, recognised by Diversity Council Australia. Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health / Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance. Supportive culture that encourages diversity, wellbeing, and work-life balance. What We Offer At Act for Kids, our people are the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to offer : Extra leave , including wellbeing days, parental, study, exam, and pet leave. Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals / entertainment. Fitness Passport including discounted fitnessmemberships to a range of facilities for you and your family. Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24 / 7 counselling and wellbeing portals. Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support. Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring. About the Position We are looking to welcome a Family Support Practitioner to our Mackay Intensive Family Support team. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work comprehensively with families as a whole and with individual family members to overcome the challenges they are experiencing and achieve meaningful change. In this role, you will utilise evidence informed therapeutic interventions and be contributing directly to the improved wellbeing of children and families. Level 4 SCHCADS Award. Salary range : $88,100 - $94,792 + Superannuation. Full-time, Government funded position until 30 June 2027 with possible extension. The position offers the opportunity to : Partner with families over several months to a year in supporting them to achieve positive changes for their family. Draw on various evidence-informed therapeutic interventions and frameworks responsive to the needs of individual family members. Deliver an outreach model of complex case management to families in their home environment. Facilitate social learning, community connectedness, good health and wellbeing for vulnerable families. You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy. About You Hold a relevant tertiary qualification with professional registration (if required) and, a membership in a professional association (desirable). Demonstrate at least two (2) years’ experience providing case-management and therapeutic services to families, caregivers, young people and children in a child protection framework. Display a high level of cultural awareness and communication skills to facilitate effective work with families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Possess high levels of IT skills (electronic database entry and Microsoft applications), time management skills, and an ability to work as part of a team. Other Requirements Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption. Current driver’s licence. Legal ability to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required). How to Apply Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please include : A resume. A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities. If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially. Contact: Deanne Mills: , Closing Date: 24 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr