Job Description

Family Services Practitioner

Part-time 0.9 FTE Parental Leave cover

Launceston, Tasmania

• $105,570 - $110,350 per annum (FTE). This role is paid hourly in line with the SCHADS Award Level 5 and based on classification and experience.
• Flexible work arrangements including work from home opportunities
• Supervision and development within a supportive statewide team
• Boost your take-home pay with attractive salary packaging benefits

About the Role

At BaptistCare, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive in a safe, supportive environment. As a Family Services Practitioner in our Integrated Family Support Team, you'll play a vital role in supporting parents to improve the safety, wellbeing and health of children and young people, and improving outcomes for children and young people across Northern Tasmania.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity for a skilled and compassionate practitioner who is passionate about child wellbeing, family support, and making a meaningful difference in their local community.

As a Family Services Practitioner within our Integrated Family Support Services program, you will:

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of families
• Build strong relationships with carers, children, young people, and key stakeholders
• Provide ongoing support, guidance, and advocacy for families
• Apply trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to practice
• Promote the safety, wellbeing, and best interests of children and young people
• Collaborate with Child Safety Services and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes

About You:

You are a compassionate and resilient practitioner who is committed to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families.

You will bring:

• Strong assessment, case management, and engagement skills
• Knowledge of child development, trauma, attachment, and risk assessment
• Experience applying evidence-informed and therapeutic approaches in practice
• Experience working with families experiencing complex needs
• Confidence engaging with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culturally diverse families
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and advocacy skills
• The ability to exercise sound professional judgement and work effectively under limited supervision
• A genuine alignment with BaptistCare's Mission, Vision, and Values

Essential requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in social work, community services, psychology or a related human services discipline, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience delivering family‑centred or child‑focused services in a community services setting
• Sound understanding of child safety, family violence, trauma
• Experience working within funded family services programs Strong engagement, assessment, and case management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously within a team environment

Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice, accountability, and continuous improvement

About Us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about supporting children, young people, and carers, we'd love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• Applicants must address the key selection criteria to be considered
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.

Please apply directly to the role – email applications will not be accepted.

If you require support with the application process, please contact georgie.venizelos@baptistcare.org.au

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

BaptistCare is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to creating environments where children feel safe, respected, and empowered.