FAMILY PRACTITIONERS

Work With UsFamily PractitionersApplications must be received before: 18/05/2026 9:00 amType: Part TimeHours per week: 26.5Location: Kempsey or Port MacquarieFor More Information About The RoleContact Charity Peabody, Acting Executive Manager: Service Delivery and Quality, on (02) 6651 1788.Position OverviewBlue Sky Community Services is seeking to employ professional and values‑aligned people to join our supportive and friendly team and assist in delivering Families Together services. We are seeking two part‑time Family Practitioners to join our Families, Young People and Communities Team within the Families Together program, commencing 1 July 2026.One position will be based in Port Macquarie and the other in Kempsey, with each role working within their respective Local Government Areas (LGAs). Both positions are approximately 53 hours per fortnight and are offered on a fixed‑term basis until 30 June 2031.This role requires a willingness to travel within the region. The position also involves participation in a 24/7 on‑call phone roster shared across the team, with on‑call allowances paid in accordance with the SCHADS Award. Successful candidates will be required to work flexibly between the hours of 6:00 am and 8:00 pm on weekdays as needed to respond to the needs of families.This position sits within Blue Sky’s Families Together Service funded by the NSW Department of Communities and Justice under the Family Preservation Program.Family Practitioners will: keep children safe at home with their families, preventing removal, entry into Out of Home Care, and future involvement with the child protection systemwork intensively with children and families using strengths‑based, trauma‑informed, and child‑centred practice to build safety, stability, and long‑term resilienceassess and respond to child safety and wellbeing risks, including domestic and family violence, alcohol and other drug use, and emerging family crisesdevelop, implement, and review family‑led case plans, supporting improved outcomes in parenting capacity, education, health, and overall wellbeingcoordinate and collaborate with DCJ and community partners to deliver integrated, timely, and effective support for familiesmaintain accurate case documentation and contribute to program outcomes, ensuring compliance with Families Together requirements, performance indicators, and reporting timeframes. Who We Are Looking ForSuccessful applicants for this position will have:a relevant tertiary qualification (or progress toward one) in Social Work, Psychology, or a related discipline, with demonstrated experience delivering trauma‑informed, family‑centred support to vulnerable children and familiesa First Aid Certificate (or willingness to undertake training)a willingness to travel within the local area to support familiesthe ability to consistently align behaviours, attitudes, and conduct with the organisation’s values, culture, and Code of Conducta strong working knowledge of Family Preservation systems and the NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ)a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer servicethe ability to quickly learn, adapt to, and proficiently use information and communication technology systems, including the Microsoft suite, client management systems, and databasesthe capability and willingness to confidently and accurately promote the Families Together program, including its goals, activities, processes, and functionsa friendly, kind, and positive approach, with a strong can‑do attitudea desire not only to meet expectations, but to consistently exceed themhighly developed organisational skills, with the ability to work efficiently and effectively. About The Families, Young People And Communities TeamThe Families, Young People and Communities team works with young people (aged 8 to 24) and their families, parents and carers to ensure young people are safe and connected, and parents are supported to strengthen family relationships, providing a wide range of support options for individuals, groups, and families. The team also works with local communities and in partnership with other sector services by delivering training to family and community services across the Mid North Coast.How to applyTo apply for the position applicants should complete the online form below. The form does not have to be completed in a single session, applicants can save their session at any time and return to the form at a later date to complete it.If you have any difficulties with the online form and would like to receive a hard copy of the recruitment documents, please contact our Inclusive Communities Manager, Melanie Jacobs by phone: (02) 6651 1788 or by email: melaniejacobs@bluesky.org.au.Completed hard copies can be delivered to any Blue Sky office before the closing date. Please note that applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.We are an inclusive employerWe believe that the makeup of our workplace should reflect the diversity of the communities we work within. We therefore strongly encourage people with diverse backgrounds and cultures, and people who have lived experience of disability, to apply to work with us.We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact our Inclusive Communities Manager at melaniejacobs@bluesky.org.au or (02) 6651 1788 to discuss.The Recruitment ProcessStage One: Application Assessment Stage All applications are assessed against the criteria.Applications that are not complete, or that do not satisfactorily address the criteria will not be considered for interview.Shortlisted applicants will be asked to proceed to the interview stage of the recruitment process.Applicants who are not selected to progress to the interview stage will be advised by email.Stage Two: Interview Stage Applicants who are selected to progress to the interview stage will be contacted to arrange an interview date, time and location.At the interview, applicants will be asked questions to determine whether they are able to perform to a high standard within the role and to determine whether they are a good fit for the position, the organisation and our values.Stage Three: Further Information Gathering Stage Following the interview applicants may be asked to complete on-line psychometric testing, to further determine suitability for the position.Following the interview, the organisation may contact the applicant’s referees to further determine suitability for the position.Applicants may also be requested to attend a second interview.Stage Four: Employment Stage Successful applicants will be contacted by the organisation to discuss employment possibilities.Unsuccessful applicants will be advised via email.Unfortunately, due to the volume of people who apply for our positions and want to work with us, we are unable to provide individual feedback to our applicants.Apply Now(All fields are required)Δ1Personal Details2Application Essentials3Key Selection Criteria4Applicant InformationCommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Personal DetailsName(Required)First LastDate of Birth(Required)Phone(Required)Email(Required)Address(Required)Street Address Address Line 2 Suburb State Post CodeDo you require adjustments to the recruitment process and/or the position? If yes, please list/describe any adjustments that will enable you to participate equitably.Application EssentialsAre you an Australian Citizen?(Required)YesNoDo you hold a visa to work legally in Australia?(Required)YesNoWill you be able to obtain a clear National Police Check?(Required)YesNoApplicants do not apply for their own NPCDo you give Blue Sky Community Services permission to lodge your police check electronically on your behalf?(Required)YesNoDo you currently hold a Working with Children (WWC) clearance?(Required)YesNoAre you eligible to receive a clearance and willing to apply for a WWC?(Required)YesNoDo you currently hold an NDIS Worker Check (NDISWC)?(Required)YesNoAre you eligible to receive a clearance and willing to apply for an NDISWC?(Required)YesNoAre you able to work flexible hours in response to organisational and participant need?(Required)YesNoHow would you rate your confidence and competence in using current information and communication technology and applications?(Required)Very LowLowIntermediateHighVery HighDo you feel there would be any barriers to performing psychometric testing as part of our recruitment process (if required)?(Required)YesNoKey Selection CriteriaPlease tell us how you meet the Positional CriteriaTell us about your ability to strongly and consistently align behaviours, attitudes and conduct with the organisation’s values, culture and code of conduct. (Required)0 of 2500 max charactersTell us about your relevant tertiary qualifications and your experience delivering family-centred support to vulnerable children and families. (Required)0 of 2500 max charactersTell us about your communication, engagement, and relationship-building skills with children, parents, extended family, and support networks. (Required)0 of 2500 max charactersTell us about your experience developing and implementing family action plans or case plans that promote family-led goal setting, safety planning, and long-term capacity building. (Required)0 of 2500 max charactersTell us about your knowledge and experience responding to child protection concerns, including mandatory reporting, risk assessment, and implementing protective strategies. 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