Centacare Family and Relationship Services (CFRS) is a non-profit community organisation that supports the strengthening of family and community relationships, particularly where there is vulnerability and disadvantage. Our services are available to the entire community regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability.
  
We strive to deliver professional and accountable services whilst empowering our clients to develop solutions and achieve their goals.

The Role:
  
We are currently seeking a skilled Intake and Referral Practitioner to join our team based in Brisbane’s, Fortitude Valley. This is a full time role, working 38 hours per week on a fixed term 12 month contract.
  
This is an excellent opportunity and the role will suit a dedicated and knowledgeable Practitioner who will assist in the provision of, high quality intake (including crisis intake), screening and referral services within the framework of Centacare Family and Relationship Services mission, values and vision. The role will offer opportunities to support and work with diverse families with complex needs.
  
Please note, that the position holder may be required to work one evening shift each week, which would be between the hours of 12:00pm to 8:00pm weekly, with some flexibility needed in order to meet business requirements.

  
Essential requirements for the role;

• relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Social or Behavioral Sciences, from a recognised tertiary institution;
• eligibility for membership of APS, AASW, or similar recognised professional association;
• have a current Blue Card – or be eligible to apply;
• agree (if offered employment), that Centacare can conduct an Australian Federal Police Criminal History Check;
• agree to sign a statutory declaration stating you have no overseas criminal offences;
• have Australian Work Rights – Australian citizenship/Visa documentary evidence is to be provided at interview (please contact us for detail if needed);
• proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.

Skills and Experience:  

• demonstrated articulation of a well-developed practice framework in the provision of intake and screening services with diverse target groups (children, adults, families, couples);
• knowledge and experience of working with matters involving domestic and family violence, family law, court orders, child protection, suicidality and assessing for risk along with appropriate safety planning, contracting, referrals and interventions;
• well-developed knowledge and skills to work proficiently and effectively within a client information database system and capacity to apply diverse contractual service parameters and linking clients to relevant service activities and funding criteria;
• knowledge of Domestic Violence Legislation, Child Safety Legislation and the Family Law Act;
• well-developed written work including report writing, case notes, data collection, data entry and computer literacy skills.

  
You are encouraged to apply for the position if you:  

• are a highly effective communicator;
• have extensive interpersonal skills;
• demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and integrity in working with clients, colleagues, and community stakeholders ;
• participate in consultative and collaborative strategies with other practitioners;
• be required to be available for some after-hours;
• have the opportunity to support and work with diverse families with complex needs;
• work to provide equitable services for clients.

  
Remuneration:

Remuneration for this position is paid in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award, with the base salary commencing at Level 5.1.
Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay are available.  
  
 
Please provide a résumé and cover letter addressing your suitability for the role, including examples of the skills and experience required above.

Applications close 16 October 2022
 
For more information please contact Area Manager, Matthew Horsfall on 07 3251 5000 or [email protected].

The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 – 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.