About Act for Kids

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 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

Why Join Act for Kids?

The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values. We are a team that is Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative.

• Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
• Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Above-award leave provisions including additional study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.
• Professional Development via our annual development fund as well as ongoing structured support.
• Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
• Salary packaging increasing your take home pay with up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.

About the Position

We are looking to welcome a Practice Supervisor to oversee the practice of a small team of practitioners who provide early intervention and case management services to families.

• Part time (0.6FTE) position government funded until 30 June 2027 with possible extension.
• Level 6 under the SCHCADS Award. Salary range is $106,390 - $111,093 (Pro-Rata) + Super.
• Work flexibility – opportunity for flexible working patterns to suit your needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the professional practice of your team.
• Manage a restricted caseload which involves delivering our family case-management program to families, caregivers, kids and young people.
• Be an active consultant in your area of expertise.

You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.

About You

• A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services).
• At least 5 years’ experience providing case-management and therapeutic services to families, caregivers, young people, and children in a child protection framework.
• Relevant experience leading and supervising team members in similar practice related positions.
• Ability to support teams that are located rurally and geographically dispersed.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.

About Applying

Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click Apply Now to submit an application.

Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential.

For more information or questions about the role, please contact Julie Inskip on 0488 665 285 or [email protected] using the subject line: Practice Supervisor - Mackay enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.