About us

Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. In 2020 - 2021 we provided services to 40,360 people, including over 25,900 children.

Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

About the job

We are seeking a Part-time Local Level Alliance Coordinator to join our caring, compassionate and friendly team in the Sunshine Coast until 28 June 2024. This role is 0.8 FTE.

Extension of employment contract beyond this date is subject to the continued successful government funding of the program.

About the program

Working within the Family and Child Connect (FaCC) service to engage with services throughout the Sunshine Coast and Gympie region to participate in a network of Local Level Alliances which work to enhance collaborative planning and integrated and timely responses to vulnerable children, young people and their families.

Key responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and co-chair Local Level Alliance/s when required.
• Build partnerships with existing networks to facilitate service delivery in the region.
• Develop Alliance functions to inform local family support needs, barriers to support and systemic issues that impact on vulnerable children and families.
• Provide support to lead agencies to develop and progress single case plans for families with complex or multiple needs.
• Collaborate with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and community members to address barriers at a systemic level, to ensure that engagement with families is conducted within the appropriate cultural context.
• Work in partnership with the Specialist Domestic and Family Violence Practitioner and local DFV services to maximise the capability of the Alliances.

About you

• A tertiary degree in a community development or human services related field.
• Professional registration (if required).
• At least 3 years’ experience working within a community development sector with highly developed knowledge of child protection issues and the child protection sector in Queensland.
• An understanding of Community Development and Ecological Systems theories, collective impact and a demonstrated ability to build social capital within the community context.
• Cultural awareness and an understanding of how to work with families from different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

With over 30% of our employees identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, we encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the pay

• Position is classified Level 5.1 – 5.3 under the SCHCADS award.
• Salary range is $88,762 - $92,776 plus superannuation (pro-rata for part-time).
• In addition, as a registered Not for Profit/Charity, we offer excellent salary packaging options through RemServ which can significantly increase your take home pay.

About the benefits

• Overall winner of HRD Employer of Choice 2019 (100-499 employees)
• Winner of HRD Employer of Choice 2019 in (1) Health & Wellbeing (2) Leadership (3) Work-Life Balance
• Strong values based organisation
• Excellent professional development options (including annual professional development fund opportunities)
• Paid parental leave and study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program including Health & Well-being Portal
• A friendly and flexible work environment to support work/life balance

Other requirements

• Eligibility for a positive Working with Children Check in the applicable state of employment in Australia or exemption based on professional qualifications and registration.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Applicants must be eligible to legally work in Australia and proof of eligibility may be requested.
• Fully vaccinated with the prescribed doses of an approved vaccine against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.

About applying

• Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your application as soon as possible.
• For more information about the role, contact Britt Sherwell on 0419 794 417 or [email protected] using the subject line: Local Level Alliance Coordinator - Sunshine Coast enquiry via EthicalJobs.