Engagement and Referral Practitioner - Mackay
We are excited to welcome anEngagement and Referral Practitionerto ourMackay Family and Child Connect (FaCC) team.
In this important role, you'll connect with families at critical moments, helping them access the support they need to create safer, stronger futures for their children.
Through compassionate engagement, skilled assessment and collaborative planning, you'll play a key role in supporting child wellbeing and family resilience.
Level 4 SCHCADS Award.
Salary range: $92,287 - $99,295 + Superannuation.
Full-time, Government funded contract opportunity until 31 March **** with possible extension.
Key Responsibilities:
Build meaningful connections with familiesby engaging vulnerable children and caregivers and supporting them to access the right services at the right time.
Make a positive impact on child safetythrough assessment, safety planning and early intervention strategies that support family wellbeing.
Guide families towards practical supportsby conducting needs assessments and coordinating referrals to community and specialist services.
Strengthen community outcomesby collaborating with government, non-government and community partners to support families facing complex challenges.
Please read the full position description for more information.
About You
Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (allied health, social work, human services) with qualified registration (if required) and, a membership in a professional association (desirable).
At least two (2) years' experience working within the child protection field, with the ability to identify family and individual client needs using a child-centred approach and respond to child protection concerns.
Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required),



including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).
About Act for Kids
Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm.
Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.
You will have access to:
Salary packagingup to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
Extra leave, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
Fitness Passportincluding discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
Access to ourEmployee Assistance Programincluding 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
Ongoingprofessional developmentthrough our annual PD fund and structured support.
Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.
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, Team, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative.
We're proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer ******* and ******* by the Diversity Council Australia.
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.
We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.
Contact
For more information, please contact Emily Booker (Program Coordinator): ******** *** or ******.
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📌 Engagement And Referral Practitioner - Mackay (North Mackay)
🏢 Act for Kids
📍 North Mackay