Address About the role
This is a full-time 6-month contract opportunity (with likely extension) and will be based in Coffs Harbour
As a Case Worker in PSP your responsibilities include but are not limited to, working in a proactive case management framework where you will be working in partnership with external Stakeholders whilst maintaining collaborative and professional relationship with carers, children and young people. This role requires holistic coordination of all aspects of children and young people in care. Maintaining compliance and professional quality documentation is essential to ensure outcomes for permanency and restoration when an Aboriginal child or young person enters Uniting’s care.
About Uniting’s Permanency Support Program
The Permanency Support Program (PSP) aims to give every child/young person a loving home, whether that be with parents, family, extended family or through guardianship, adoption or quality long term care
We provide culturally supported placement options for children and young people 0-18 years of age
PSP also provides a ‘light touch’ Aftercare service for young people 18-25 years who have left foster care and for the next 4 years will collaborate with Uniting’s Extended Care Pilot program team to provide holistic support to young people using the Advantage Thinking approach.
About the role
This role is responsible for the case management and prioritizing outcomes for permanency and restoration when a child or young person enters Uniting’s care
In this role you will need to meet funding, performance and practice requirements, ethical and professional standards as well as community and stakeholder expectations within PSP
About you
Tertiary level qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, social welfare or a related discipline
Demonstrated case management experience with at risk children and their families
Strong advocate for children, young people and families
Skilled decision maker for children’s best interests underpinned by a demonstrated commitment to hearing the voices of children and young people
Collaborative team player
Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work under pressure
Committed to compliance - legal, government and policy
Good record keeping
Benefits and culture
Working to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there’s more
Welcoming you exactly as you are
· Work you’ll be proud of
You’ll have access to a range of support and opportunities including -
Salary-packaging options
Wellbeing programs
Learning and development opportunities
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Flexible working arrangements
Regular supervision, support and team meetings
Should you have any questions, or if would like further information please do not hesitate to contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting's Talent Acquisition Team at *********@uniting.org / 0466 801 ***
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.
Closing date: 11:55pm Monday 1st April 2024
