Rockhampton, Queensland ****, Australia • A$80,***** - A$82,******Full-time Permanent Entry LevelPosted 21 Oct ****DescriptionCQID is experiencing organisational growth across all services and seeking suitable candidates for a range of positions.CQID is one of the largest employers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Central Queensland region.
Offering a broad range of service areas, with roles that serve our community across Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone, Hervey Bay, Longreach, Maryborough and Woorabinda.A new organisational structure, designated HR team and the implementation of a new Workforce Strategy.
Striving to support employees on their career journey is a priority and contributes us to being a Employer of Choice.Purpose of the PositionThis role takes responsibility for finding family and kin to connect and reunify disconnected children, by executing and continually improving the Strong in Family & Culture Family Finding and Reunification procedures.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide case facilitations to the Strong in Family & Culture (SFC) in all aspects related to family finding and reunificationUsing a variety of processes and mechanisms, diligently and proactively research, identify, locate and engage additional family, kin and significant others in the child/young person's life.Develop individualised family finding and reunification plans for approval by the Manager, and implement the plans to achieve timely resultsMaintain excellent family finding (including genograms) and reunification client and family records,



and report on progress and outcomes.Establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with colleagues, families and stakeholdersContribute to the development of policies, procedures, and standards in relation to practiceProvide support to Robust in Family and Culture team members as appropriate for a case facilitatorWork always to advance the reputation of CQID and undertake additional relevant duties as requiredParticipate and contribute to the organisation's compliance obligations under the ISO ****:**** Quality Management System and Human Services Quality Standards (HSQS)At all times work within CQID's Workplace Health & Safety Policies and ProceduresOther responsibilities as directed by the Manager/Team LeaderQualifications and ExperienceHolds a current C Class Queensland Driver's LicenceCurrent Working with Children Check, "Blue Card"Holds or is willing to obtain a First Aid and CPR CertificateExperience at successful service delivery to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleQualifications or knowledge relating to Child ProtectionExperienced in client engagement and case collaborationAbility to work in a culturally safe and competent wayExcellent ability to communicate effectively and respectfully in varying settings such as with families,



children, stakeholders and colleagues; both verbal and writtenUnderstanding of Human Services Quality Framework and Quality Assurance ProcessesAbility to record information accurately through client management and genogram systemsSkills and AttributesAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage – (Note: Non-Indigenous applicants will only be considered if no suitable Indigenous candidates are attracted in the first round of applicants)Knowledge of the Child Protection Act ****Competent in use of Microsoft Office and client management system softwarePhysical ability to undertake job responsibilities, including the capacity to travel away from home to achieve family finding and reunification goalsAbility to communicate effectively; spoken and writtenOutcome orientated, self-starter, motivated and able to self-manage work tasks and achieve resultsDemonstrable capacity to find family and achieve positive outcomes for children and familiesUnderstanding and knowledge of the child protection systemStrong advocate for children, young people and familiesThorough understanding of and ability to practice a strength based and culturally sensitive approach with children/youth, their parents and extended family/kin.An awareness of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture and society, the issues relating to Aboriginal children and family welfare and the ability to effectively communicate with Aboriginal families.Strong connection to and knowledge of local Indigenous Community
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📌 Strong In Family & Culture Facilitator (Rockhampton)
🏢 Central Queensland Indigenous Development
📍 Rockhampton