Child and Family Consultant – Salisbury

About the Position

We're excited to welcome a part-time Child and Family Consultant to our Salisbury Assessment and Service Connect (ASC) team. In this unique multidisciplinary role, you'll work alongside Child Safety, Queensland Police, Queensland Health and community partners to provide expert assessment, consultation and service coordination for children and families experiencing child protection concerns. Through collaborative practice, informed assessment and strong stakeholder engagement, you'll help shape timely responses that improve safety, wellbeing and long-term outcomes for children and families.

• Level 5 SCHCADS Award.
• Salary range: $105,578 - $110,360 (pro-rata) + Superannuation.
• Part-time [0.8FTE], parental leave backfill opportunity until 29 October 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert assessment and consultation to support high-quality decision-making and coordinated responses for children and families experiencing child protection concerns.
• Work within a multidisciplinary partnership model alongside government and community stakeholders to improve outcomes and strengthen service connections.
• Build meaningful relationships with families through strengths-based engagement, assessment and identification of appropriate support pathways.
• Drive collaborative outcomes by leveraging your specialist expertise in child development, family functioning and complex family needs.

Please read the full position description for more information.

About You

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (allied health, social work, human services) with professional registration (if required), and a membership in a professional association (desirable).
• At least five (5) years’ experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or have experienced abuse and neglect, or more than five years’ experience working in similar roles.
• Demonstrated specialist skills in at least one of the following areas drug and alcohol, mental health, family and domestic violence, child development.
• Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).
• Current driver’s licence.

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 packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
• Extra leave, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
• Ongoing professional development through 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, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26 by the Diversity Council Australia.

How to Apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received, therefore, please apply as soon as possible before the closing date.

Please include:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

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 Tracy Homer (Program Manager): 0438 200 659 or email tracy.homer@actforkids.com.au.

Closing Date: 13 November 2026