Based in Deception Bay, this role works with children, young people and families to deliver therapeutic support, case management and practical assistance that strengthens relationships and improves mental health outcomes.

yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.

Powered by yourtown, Kids Helpline is here for children and young people whenever they need us, anytime for any reason 24/7, through tailored mental health counselling services in line with their changing preferences for help-seeking.

Realise your potential at yourtown.

your opportunity

Based in Deception Bay on Gubbi Gubbi Nation and working within the Starfish team, this role delivers quality therapeutic and family support services through the Family Mental Health Support Service. You will work with children, young people and families experiencing mental health challenges, providing counselling, case management, family-based interventions, advocacy and practical support to build resilience, strengthen relationships and improve wellbeing outcomes.

This position is fixed term to June 2027. Role can be 0.8 FTE or full time.

your role will include:

- Delivering therapeutic supports, counselling and family interventions using strengths-based, trauma-informed and family-centred approaches.
- Undertaking assessments, developing Family Action Plans and supporting clients through a case management framework.
- Facilitating individual and group-based therapeutic programs that promote positive mental health and wellbeing.
- Collaborating with schools, community services and specialist providers to deliver wrap-around support for families.
- Maintaining quality records,



outcome measures and reports in line with contractual and organisational requirements.

what we are looking for

You are a passionate practitioner who believes in the potential of children, young people and families. With a strong therapeutic foundation and experience working with complex presentations, you thrive on building meaningful relationships and delivering evidence-based supports that create lasting change.

you will bring:

- Passion, commitment and belief in children, young people and families.
- A degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or another therapeutic discipline, with experience providing therapeutic supports to children and families.
- Strong knowledge of strengths-based, trauma-informed, attachment and systemic practice frameworks.
- Experience in needs assessment, case planning, counselling and case management.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with children, young people, families and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.

your benefits

When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient, resourceful and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.

your employment experience will include:

- Salary sacrifice options to increase your take-home pay.
- Regular line supervision, practice supervision and professional support.
- Ability to negotiate versatile work arrangements.




- Internal and external professional development opportunities.
- Free access to LinkedIn Learning, wellbeing programs and confidential counselling support.

how to apply

If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself, join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people, their families, neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.

Click Apply to submit your application and take the next step in your career.

Please paste this link into your browser to view the full position description: https://assets.yourtown.com.au/ChildYouthandFamilyPractitioner

Contact: Kerry Smith | Talent Acquisition Specialist | [email protected] yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.

The yourtown Workplace Immunisation Policy requires team members in this position to be immunised against the following vaccine-preventable diseases: Hepatitis A, Chicken Pox, Measles/Mumps/Rubella, Pertussis (whooping cough), Influenza. yourtown will provide successful applicants with information regarding mandatory vaccination and evidence requirements during the recruitment process. yourtown will reimburse costs associated with meeting mandatory immunisation and vaccination requirements, including GP consultation fees, serology testing and vaccination prescription and administering fees.

At yourtown, everybody belongs. We welcome, celebrate, and support a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents the communities in which we work.

📌 Child, Youth & Family Practitioner - Deception Bay (Queensland)
🏢 yourtown
📍 Queensland