Applications close 16 September.
The role of the Advocate is to deliver individual advocacy support to Queenslanders with disability, including young people birth to 18 years. Under the supervision and direction of the Principal Advocate and other Senior QAI staff as required, the Advocate’s role will include providing advocacy, advice, information and referrals for clients of QAI and contributing to the systemic advocacy work and community education of QAI within the Disability Advocacy Practice.
The position will be located regionally in Townsville within another advocacy organisation and supervision will be provided remotely via Teams, with either the Principal Advocate or a Senior Advocate attending the Townsville office from time to time to offer in-person support, supervision, and guidance. The Advocate will also be expected to attend the Brisbane office periodically for team collaboration, supervision and professional development.
In addition, the Advocate will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with youth detention centres across the Far North Queensland region to ensure that young people with disability in these settings are supported and represented. Travel may be required to Cairns, Mt Isa, Mackay, Rockhampton, and other regional areas as needed to provide outreach, advocacy, and engagement with local services and stakeholders.
The position is part time (60 hours per fortnight), commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2026. The role falls under the Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHDS Award) and will be paid above award rates, with duties in line with Level 5.