Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner

• Recruit, train, assess and support carers across the South Burnett who care for children and young people under Child Protection Orders
• Engage with and support Indigenous and non-Indigenous foster and kinship carers to provide a safe, happy and stable placement for children/young people who may have complex needs and trauma based behavioural issues
• Prepare initial, renewal and provisional carer assessments
  Join Our Team
   

At Partners in Foster Care, we are passionate about providing quality care to children and young people in need. We believe that the key to successful care is a strong and supportive network of carers and we are looking for a Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner to help us build and maintain that network.

As a member of our team, you will work closely with carers to provide the support and training they need to provide safe and loving homes for children and young people. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and to grow and develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment.
 

Who We’re Looking For
 

We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about supporting carers and improving the lives of children and young people in care. You should have industry experience in Child Protection, Human Services or other relevant experience which demonstrates the ability to engage with and support Indigenous and non-Indigenous foster and kinship carers to provide a safe, happy and stable placement for children/young people who may have complex needs and trauma based behavioural issues.

• Industry experience in Child Protection, Human Services or other relevant experience
• An understanding of the Child Protection Act and related policy, legislation and relevant Industry Standards
• Relevant qualifications or the desire to gain qualifications in a supportive environment

You should be a compassionate and empathetic individual, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You should be able to work independently and as part of a team, and be committed to providing quality care to children and young people in need.

Salary & Benefits
 

The salary for this position is Level 3 ($36.00 per hour) or 4 ($41.52 per hour) of the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award depending on qualifications and experience. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment, with opportunities for growth and development. We also offer a range of benefits, including:

• Not for profit salary packaging
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program

If you are passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable children and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of those in need.

Applications close 10 October 2023

To view position description and apply visit: https://southburnett.applynow.net.au/jobs/CTC64