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 $92,286.48 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 career 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 safe 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.

📌 Education & Life Skills Practitioner - Townsville
🏢 Centacare North Queensland
📍 Townsville