• Provide tailored support to Children, Youth, Families and Carers.
• Plan and deliver impactful therapeutic and educational programs.
• Build meaningful community and stakeholder partnerships.

Support Specialist – Families & Youth

Are you passionate about creating meaningful change in the lives of children, young people, and families? Join Churches of Christ, one of Australia’s largest and most impactful community organizations in our Children, Youth, and Families group.

West Moreton and South West Region - Bundamba

Permanent, Full-time Opportunity

Imagine a career with Churches of Christ

Established in 1930, We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations. Active in the areas of children, youth and family services; community housing; retirement living; home care; and residential aged care services, we provide care and compassion to vulnerable people at different stages of their life journey. With over 200 Services in more than 100 communities, we positively impact around 45,000 lives a year.

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

To find out what salary sacrificing can mean for you click here.

By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you;
• Additional benefit of Personal day off (PDO);
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus many more;

About the Role

As a Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in delivering expert advice and tailored support to children, young people, families, foster and kinship carers, and staff. Your work will be integral to our mission of providing high-quality, culturally inclusive services. From assessing and planning individual needs to facilitating educational programs and collaborating with key stakeholders, your impact will resonate across communities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and evaluating educational and therapeutic programs.
• Providing direct support, case management, and after-hours assistance as needed.
• Collaborating with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities to deliver culturally safe and sustainable outcomes.
• Guiding and training staff to enhance professional development and service delivery.
• Building strong networks with community partners and stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills for this role will consist of:

• Qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, or related discipline (or 5+ years of equivalent experience).
• Applied knowledge of child protection and out-of-home care frameworks, including knowledge of the Child Protection Act 1999.
• Demonstrated ability in assessment, planning, and supporting children and families with complex needs.
• Two years’ experience working with children, youth and families in statutory care, ideally within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in culturally inclusive practices with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
• Current driver’s license and ability to acquire a National Police Check, Working with Children (Blue Card), Licensed Care Service (Child Protection).

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Be the Change and Apply

Take the next step in your career with a role that combines professional challenge and personal fulfillment. Help us create a future where all children and families thrive.

Apply today, click the button below and become part of a legacy of care and compassion. For further information, please contact Kate Pearce on 07 3810 5700.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.