Practitioner – Families, Children & Young People

Job title: Practitioner – Families, Children & Young People

Company: Anglicare


Job description: Practitioner – Families, Children & Young PeopleCommunity Services | LauncestonClosing date: 20/06/2025Practitioner Roles – Families, Children & Young People positions available based in LauncestonDue to growth in our services we are seeking Practitioners in our Families, Children & Young People programs with permanent and relief (12 months) positions available. We’re interested in hearing from candidates who might want either full or part time hours and there may be opportunities to support flexible working arrangements.Anglicare Tasmania is a non-profit organisation providing a wide range of community services to the people of Tasmania. We are part of the national Anglicare Australia network of organisations. Anglicare advocates for social justice and aids people in times of need. We provide programs relating to health, housing, families, drug and alcohol treatment and support and more.About the Roles:We are seeking Practitioners in our Families, Children and Young People Program based at our Launceston office.The positions will provide professional and exceptional community support services to clientele accessing Health and Wellbeing – Families, Children and Young People services provided by Anglicare in line with Anglicare’s Practice Principles and Framework of Practice.To be successful you will have:

• An understanding of the processes people utilise to overcome adversity/distress arising from

life challenges. * An ability to recognise and understand people’s intrinsic resourcefulness.

• Provide support in a manner consistent with Anglicare’s values and practice principle.
• Demonstrate high level of communication and interpersonal skills with people who access our services, family/carers, colleagues, other service providers and stakeholders.
• Ability to accurately document and maintain records.
• Demonstrated experience with relevant information and communication technologies.
• Ability to work autonomously within organisational policy and procedure.
• A high level of professionalism and a willingness to develop and reflect on professional

practice * Ability to work in alignment with Anglicare’s workplace principles

• Knowledge in a broad range of disabilities and mental health areas and keenness to learn.
• Well-developed networking skills.

What we offer you:

• an attractive salary of $88,465.52-$92,713.92 (full-time equivalent) + Salary Packaging
• a 7% Graduate Loading payable where you hold a degree in a relevant discipline
• professional development opportunities
• a friendly and supportive work environment

For further information about this position please contact Marni Bos, Senior Program Manager – Community Services on 0428 759 752 or during business hours.The successful applicant will be required to:

• provide a current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration (employment/volunteer category) including NDIS Worker Screening Check
• present an unsupervised contact with children or vulnerable people type National Police Check (no older than 12 months);
• provide an International Police Check if you have resided for 12 months or more outside of Australia after the age of 16;
• provide a satisfactory Anglicare-assessed medical:
• provide a current provisional or full Australian Driver’s Licence.

On commencement, the successful applicant will be required to undertake our structured Safeguarding Children Training program.This position is available for an immediate start and applications will be shortlisted upon receipt.APPLICATIONS CLOSE: FRIDAY, 20th June 2025, by 6pmFor more information about our process, check out:If you are interested in joining our team, please click on the ‘APPLY’ link below to commence your application. You will be required to submit an up to date resume and cover letter which outlines your relevant skills for the role and addresses the demonstrated competencies.As part of your application please advise what hours you are seeking.PLEASE NOTE: Other vacancies that may arise in the near future may also be filled from this selection process.Important Information About Anglicare TasmaniaAnglicare Tasmania is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for positions with Anglicare Tasmania must undergo screening processes prior to a successful appointment.Anglicare Tasmania is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders (ATSI), Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds and LGBTIQ+ communities.Anglicare Tasmania is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful work environment where all people are valued and have equal access to opportunities to reach their full potential.

Expected salary: $88465.52 – 92713.92 per year

Location: Launceston, TAS

Job date: Sun, 08 Jun 2025 04:27:59 GMT

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