Child Matters Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Sep 2026

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Child Mental Health Advisor

This is a Contract/Temp job

$108,675 per year

Salary & Entertainment Packaging
Generous Superannuation (additional 3% employer contribution)
2 Days Paid Wellbeing Leave & 3 Days Paid Christmas Leave

A great opportunity exists to join the Partnerships & Implementation team at Emerging Minds, the National Workforce Centre for Child Mental Health.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

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Domestic & Family Violence Practitioner

at UnitingCare Community

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$53.43 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging

Values-based organisation fostering individual learning & development
Rewarding employment opportunity, making a difference in your local community
Access to rewards platform – Enjoy employee discounts at hundreds of retailers

Provide intake, screening, triage, risk assessment and support to individuals experiencing domestic and family violence. Make a difference!

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

Featured

Listed two days ago

Child Mental Health Advisor

at Emerging Minds

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$108,675 per year

Salary & Entertainment Packaging
Generous Superannuation (additional 3% employer contribution)
2 Days Paid Wellbeing Leave & 3 Days Paid Christmas Leave

A great opportunity exists to join the Partnerships & Implementation team at Emerging Minds, the National Workforce Centre for Child Mental Health.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

CHILD, YOUTH & FAMILY WORKER

at Interrelate Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gosford, Gosford & Central Coast NSW

$57.72 per hour

Winner of the Xref Engage 2025 Best Workplace Awards for 3 surveys in a row
Established Not-for-profit organisation with 100 years of trusted experience
Attractive hourly rate, Employee Awards & Recognition programs

Seeking a candidate who is experienced in providing case work, therapeutic group work and community work to support young people and their families.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Children's Worker

at Anglicare SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Elizabeth, Adelaide SA

Wellbeing program, EAP, paid parental leave, development pathways.
Increase take home pay with salary packaging + savings on health insurance, g...

Deliver meaningful activities and experiences that respond to the individual needs of children and families.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Case Worker

at Uplyft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA

Salary packaging opportunities to increase your take home pay
Bonus gifted days between Christmas and New Years
Ongoing training and development opportunities

Uplyft are searching for an experienced Case Worker with a background in social work or allied mental health.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Children's Counsellor

at UnitingCare Community

This is a Contract/Temp job

Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast QLD

$53.43 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging

Rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children/young people
Rewards Platform - Enjoy employee discounts at hundreds of retailers!
Values-based organisation fostering individual learning & development

Providing specialised counselling to children and young people who are experiencing impacts from parental separation and high conflict.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Case Manager

at IMPACT Community Services

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

'Grow your Own' approach for advancement opportunities
Enjoy work/life balance with fortnightly RDO
Salary packaging to increase your take home pay

To deliver an early intervention and prevention service aimed at improving child and family development and wellbeing.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Child Wellbeing Practitioner

at Department of Human Services SA

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Renmark, Riverland & Murray Mallee SA

Access excellent learning and development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements available
Provide a range of services to promote wellbeing of young people

Practitioner opportunity supporting families in the Renmark region at risk of entering the Child Protection system.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Early Childhood Practitioner

at Play Matters Australia

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gatton, Somerset & Lockyer QLD

$46.70 per hour

Passionate about early childhood? Lead fun, inclusive playgroup programs, support family wellbeing, and help children thrive.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Supervisor Child and Family Safety Network

at Department of Human Services SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Stepney, Adelaide SA

Flexible working arrangements available
Provide a range of services to promote wellbeing of young people
Access excellent learning and development opportunities

The Supervisor, CFSN leads the delivery of the CFSN program to improve outcomes for vulnerable children, youth, unborn, infants, and their families

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Educator

at Nido Education Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Treeby, Perth WA

Cert 3 or Diploma candidates encouraged to apply
Fixed term position until 2nd Feb 2027 with a possibility of an extension
Above award rates including 10% worker retention payment

Join Nido Treeby where you'll help create magical moments through our educational curriculum and inspire children to be confident lifelong learners

subClassification: Childcare & Outside School Hours CareChildcare & Outside School Hours Care classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Residential Youth Worker

at Linear Chain Breakers PTY LTD ATF The Logan Family trust AF Fall Forward

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$42 – $45 per hour

At Fall Forward, we walk alongside children and young people as they rebuild safety, trust & a sense of who they are. It's demanding, & it matters.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Case Manager

at The Salvation Army

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Generous NFP Salary Packaging | 12% Super

FTE salary range: $92,279 - $99,294 + super
Support people to build stability, confidence and connection
Join a compassionate team delivering meaningful community impact

Have the satisfaction of knowing that your career contributes positively to the lives of thousands of Australians each year

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Child and Family Safety Network Coordinator

at Department of Human Services SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Stepney, Adelaide SA

Flexible working arrangements available
Provide a range of services to promote wellbeing of young people
Access excellent learning and development opportunities

The CFSN Coordinator is responsible for strengthening collaboration across government with stakeholders to improve outcomes for vulnerable children.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Safe Young Mums and Bubs Senior Practitioner

at Brisbane Youth Service

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenslopes, Brisbane QLD

Deliver planned support to improve safety, housing and parenting.
Coordinate support with BYS, agencies and government to improve outcomes.
Deliver strengths-based parenting assessments that support family growth.

This position supports pregnant/parenting young women (16–25) and their babies (0–3) facing DFV, housing instability, and child safety intervention.

subClassification: Housing & Homelessness ServicesHousing & Homelessness Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

ConnectED Intake & Assessment Worker | McAuley | June 2027*

at MacKillop Family Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Footscray, Melbourne VIC

SCHADS Level 5

Join McAuley a leading non-for-profit organisation supporting Women & Children!
Work for a well-regarded Not-For-Profit in a dynamic and supportive team
Ongoing Career Development, Education and Training

Make a real difference with McAuley | Support vulnerable children and families to reconnect with learning through ConnectED. | June 2027 Contract*

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Investigator, FCC

at Department of Education Victoria

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
Flexible work options, including hybrid work options
Wellbeing Support

Responsible for handling complaints/reports to the Fraud, Corruption & Corporate Unit, managing preliminary enquiries & investigating allegations

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Service Leader

at UnitingCare Community

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$58.37 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging

Lead a statewide program supporting Queensland farming communities
Flexible hybrid role with work-from-home and travel opportunities
Salary packaging benefits plus professional development support

Make a difference leading a statewide farmer support program with outreach across Queensland.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Domestic & Family Violence Practitioner

at UnitingCare Community

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$53.43 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging

Values-based organisation fostering individual learning & development
Rewarding employment opportunity, making a difference in your local community
Access to rewards platform – Enjoy employee discounts at hundreds of retailers

Provide intake, screening, triage, risk assessment and support to individuals experiencing domestic and family violence. Make a difference!

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

17d ago

Listed nine days ago

Early Childhood Coordinator

at Latrobe Community Health Service

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bairnsdale, Bairnsdale & Gippsland VIC

Support children with developmental delay or disability
Join a multidisciplinary early intervention team
Salary packaging and professional development opportunities

Support children and families through the NDIS Early Childhood Approach, delivering early intervention and connecting them to the right supports

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

9d ago

Listed five days ago

Office Administrator

at Anglican Diocesan Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deakin, Canberra ACT

$30 – $33 per hour + salary sacrifice

Be the welcoming face of a thriving early learning community
Competitive salary + salary sacrifice up to $15,900 to maximise take home pay.
Meaningful role supporting children, families and educators

Be the heart of our centre as Office Administrator at St Luke's, combining administration, customer service and relationship building.

subClassification: ReceptionistsReceptionists classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Team Leader

at Save the Children Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Armadale, Perth WA

Full Salary Packaging Benefits

Deliver exceptional outcome for children & their families
Part-time (30.4 hrs/week, Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri) | Max-term to 30 June 2028
Full Salary Packaging benefits + Remote Benefits

Lead with compassion and purpose. Inspire an amazing team, champion children's voices, and help families achieve safe, positive outcomes.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Case Manager

at UnitingCare Community

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$53.43 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging

Rewarding employment opportunity, making a difference in your local community
Values-based organisation fostering individual learning & career development
Access to rewards platform – Enjoy employee discounts at hundreds of retailers

Facilitate the development of quality practices & effective coordination of the service delivery to vulnerable young people accessing the service.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16d ago

Listed twelve days ago

MLHD Child Wellbeing Coordinator (Site negotiable within MLHD)

at Murrumbidgee Local Health District

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW

$118,821.00 - $140,201.00 pa, pr +salary packaging

Join New South Wales' largest health employer and make a real impact!
Make a meaningful difference in vibrant regional communities across NSW.
More than a job, MLHD offers the chance to truly make a difference.

Murrumbidgee Local Health District spans 125,243 square kilometres across southern NSW, come join New South Wales largest health Employer today!

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

People and Culture Advisor

at St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria Inc.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Box Hill, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary + Tax reducing salary package

Knowledge of industrial relations framework (Fair Work Act & Modern Awards)
Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference.
Supportive, family-friendly environment | Opportunities for career growth

You'll be a trusted advisor providing support to our people leaders on all matters relating to employee relations

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Child and Youth Mentor

at IMPACT Community Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hervey Bay, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD

Enjoy a 9 day fortnight and work\life balance
Opportunities for advancement with our 'grow your own' approach
Salary packaging to increase your take home pay

A fulfilling role supporting our youth within the regional

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

CASE MANAGER - SOCIAL SERVICES

at Interrelate Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gosford, Gosford & Central Coast NSW

$57.72 per hour

Winner of the Xref Engage 2025 Best Workplace Awards for 3 consecutive years
Established not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years of trusted expertise
ttractive hourly rate, access to salary packaging and a staff rewards program

An opportunity for a motivated & experienced Case Manager who is passionate about continuing to make a difference in the lives of families.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Maternal Child Health Nurse

at Hume City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Broadmeadows, Melbourne VIC

Join Hume City Council’s Maternal and Child Health service. Multiple Maternity Leave Cover Opportunities | Fixed-Term Contracts available 6-12 Months.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18d ago

Listed five days ago

Educator

at Story House Early Learning

This is a Contract/Temp job

Diamond Creek, Melbourne VIC

PPT Hours + 15% above award

75% childcare discount* |Discounts to 100s of major retailers
Genuine commitment to YOUR wellbeing | FREE CPR, First Aid and Food Safety
Professional growth is more than a goal - It's our culture!

Explore how we enhance and support our Story House-ers at our Diamond Creek service, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work!

subClassification: Childcare & Outside School Hours CareChildcare & Outside School Hours Care classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Child Wellbeing Practitioner and Family Practitioner

at Department of Human Services SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Gambier, Mt Gambier & Limestone Coast SA

Access excellent learning and development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements available
Provide a range of services to promote wellbeing of young people

The Child Wellbeing Practitioner & Family Practitioner works to support and engage directly with vulnerable children, young people and families.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Early Childhood Cook

at Story House Early Learning

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glenmore Park, Sydney NSW

FPT Hours + negotiable rates based on experience

75% childcare discount* + discounts to 100s of major retailers
Partnership with the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation (SAKGF)
$200 restaurant voucher on your birthday

Let us enlighten you on how we support our respected Story House-ers at our Glenmore Park service, to be the best they can be.

subClassification: Childcare & Outside School Hours CareChildcare & Outside School Hours Care classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

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