Job Description
Posted: 31/07/2026
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Closing Date: 31/08/2026
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Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
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Job Category: Counselling, Practitioner, Therapeutic etc.
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Centacare North Queensland is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Education and Life Skills Practitioner to join our dedicated team in Townsville. In this rewarding role, you'll deliver evidence-based education programs that empower children, young people, adults and families to strengthen their relationships, parenting skills, emotional wellbeing and life skills.
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Every day is different. Whether you're facilitating a parenting course, delivering programs in schools or supporting participants in community settings, you'll have the opportunity to create meaningful and lasting outcomes for the people you work with.
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About Us
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Centacare North Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation committed to enhancing wellbeing and resilience through respect, dignity and service excellence. We provide a diverse range of community services across North Queensland and are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities.
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What's on offer!
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SCHADS Level 4 salary starting from $92,****** plus superannuation
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Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 plus $2,650 meal and entertainment packaging
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Five weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
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One paid Birthday Leave day each year
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Ongoing professional development and supervision
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A supportive and collaborative team culture
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The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of North Queensland families and communities.
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Job Description
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About the Role




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As an Education and Life Skills Practitioner, you will:
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Facilitate engaging psychoeducational programs for children and adults.
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Deliver evidence-based parenting, personal development and life skills courses.
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Conduct client intake, psychosocial and risk assessments, making appropriate referrals where required.
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Collaborate with colleagues to plan, deliver and evaluate group programs.
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Build strong relationships with schools, community organisations and external stakeholders.
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Maintain accurate client records and contribute to continuous service improvement.
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Desired Skills and Experience
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About You
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You are someone who enjoys connecting with people and facilitating engaging group learning experiences.
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You'll also bring:
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A degree in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Sciences or a related discipline.
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Experience working with children, families and/or community groups.
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Excellent communication and group facilitation skills.
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The ability to build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
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A commitment to culturally protected and inclusive practice.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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You will also hold, or have the ability to obtain and maintain:
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Queensland Driver Licence
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Queensland Blue Card
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NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
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National Police Check.
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Why Join Centacare NQ?
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When you join Centacare North Queensland, you'll become part of an organisation that genuinely values its people.
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📌 Education & Life Skills Practitioner - Townsville
🏢 Centacare North Queensland
📍 Townsville