Supportive leadership, reflective supervision and professional development opportunities
Optional Monthly rostered day off (RDO) + Tool of Trade vehicle
Generous Employee Benefits- Access to salary packaging, Fitness Passport + More!
Multiple positions available
At Life Without Barriers, we're all about creating secure, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive.
Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures.
From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge — we're here to break down barriers and build better lives.
Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around!
Role:Child & Family Practitioner – Foster & Kinship Care
Office Location:Ross River Rd, Aitkenvale (Townsville)
Employment Type:Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration:$95,965 + 12% superannuation.
You will work closely with carers, children and young people, government agencies and community partners to develop, implement and review individualised care plans.
The role is vital in promoting placement stability, meeting Queensland standards of care, and prioritising the safety, wellbeing and cultural needs of children and young people.
Learn more about Life Without Barriers and our services for Children, Young People & Families here: /
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake child-focused casework practice, including assessment and case planning, in collaboration with government agencies, carers, children, families and key stakeholders
Provide ongoing support and supervision to Foster and Kinship Carers, including home visits and telephone support
Support the development,



implementation and review of Cultural Support Plans
Assist carers to actively participate in the case planning process and implement agreed strategies
Ensure appropriate risk assessments, safety plans, behavioural support plans and documentation are completed and maintained
Maintain accurate, timely and compliant records, including carer renewals, foster care agreements and case notes within the CIRTS database
Contribute to a collaborative team environment and uphold Life Without Barriers' CARE model and practice framework
Skills & Experience
A recognised Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related human services field
Demonstrated experience within child protection ideally within an out of home care environment, and/or supporting foster and kinship carers
Experience working with children, families and carers using a strength-based, culturally responsive approach
Strong understanding of Queensland child protection legislation, standards of care and permanency principles
Ability to work within a cohesive, multidisciplinary team
High-level written and verbal communication skills, including case documentation
Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural frameworks and practice
A current, unrestricted driver's licence
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and any relevant stated based checks.
We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants.
We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.
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📌 Child & Family Practitioner. 12 Months Max-Term Full-Time - Townsville
🏢 Life Without Barriers
📍 Townsville