Introduction:

Facilitate Change. Strengthen Families. Build Real-life Skills.

Centacare North Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation that provides counselling, family support, mediation, family dispute resolution, disability services, education and courses, crisis housing and homelessness support, youth services, community engagement and NDIS services. Centacare services the North Queensland community from offices in Townsville, Ayr, Bowen, Mt Isa, Cloncurry, Longreach and Normanton.

Centacare North Queensland is seeking a passionate and skilled Education & Life Skills Practitioner to deliver evidence-based psychoeducation programs that enhance personal capacity, parenting confidence and interpersonal skills for children and adults across our community.

This is a role for someone who thrives in group facilitation, values collaboration, and wants to see tangible growth in the people they work with.

Why Join Centacare NQ?

At Centacare NQ, our purpose is simple: Wellbeing for all.

As a social services ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Townsville, we promote wellbeing and resilience to individuals, families and communities across North Queensland.

Benefits You Will Enjoy

SCHADS Level 4 salary
Salary packaging options
Professional supervision and reflective practice
Structured professional development opportunities
A collaborative, values-driven team culture
Townsville lifestyle - coastal living, Magnetic Island at your doorstep, and a genuine work-life balance

Description: About the Role

You will:

Facilitate and co-facilitate evidence-based and internally developed programs for children and adults
Deliver structured group sessions using psychoeducation models
Conduct intake, psychosocial and risk assessments
Maintain high-quality case notes and client records (CSNET)
Collaborate closely with team members for planning, preparation and debriefing
Participate in service planning, monitoring and evaluation

This role sits within our Education and Life Skills Program, which delivers group-based programs focused on strengthening family functioning, child development understanding, and interpersonal capacity

Skills and Experiences: About You

You will bring:

✔ A degree in Social Work, Psychology or Behavioural Sciences

✔ Eligibility for membership with a relevant professional association

✔ Strong understanding of family dynamics and child development

✔ Experience conducting psychosocial and risk assessments

✔ Ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and CALD communities

✔ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

✔ Current Driver Licence and required clearances (Blue Card & NDIS Worker Screening)

Desirable: Certificate IV in Training & Assessment

Our Culture

Centacare NQ is a Child Safe Organisation and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to respect, dignity, integrity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

Ready to make a meaningful impact? If you are passionate about facilitating growth, strengthening families and working within a supportive, professional team — we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Centacare North Queensland is a Child Safe and Equal Opportunities Employer. People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have appropriate work rights in Australia.

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