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Form of workOur Foster & Kinship Care Programs offer a secure and nurturing family environment to children and young individuals who are not able to live with their own family.
As a Coordinator, Foster & Kinship Care, you will play a vital role in overseeing our Foster & Kinship care program, guiding and supporting our team of Practitioners to ensure the highest level of care and service delivery.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Coordinator to join our team to backfill a fixed term full time contract for 12 months commencing January 2024.
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing service delivery, providing guidance and supervision to our Practitioners. You will be instrumental in recruiting, training, and supporting the team, ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements and Department of Child Safety standards.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of child protection practices, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families.
About you:
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of child protection and out-of-home care frameworks, including the Child Protection Act (1999) and other relevant legislation.
- Well-developed practice framework that is culturally sensitive, taking into account diverse backgrounds and needs.
- Proficient in managing and providing effective team leadership and reflective supervision to Practitioners.
- Demonstrated experience as a Child Protection Practitioner, preferably in an out-of-home care context.
- Proven ability to handle crisis situations appropriately, with highly developed problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with the Department of Child Safety), as well as other relevant programs, to enhance support for children and carers.
- Strong teamwork skills, with a track record of successful collaboration in a team environment.
- Capability to advocate for children and carers, representing the organisation at stakeholder forums.
- Proficiency in computer skills, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Desired: Relevant experience within a community service or similar organization.
- Desired: Understanding of quality management and continuous improvement processes, including familiarity with the Human Service Quality Standards.
- A valid Blue Card (Working with Children)
- Ability to qualify for a Licensed Care Service (LCS) clearance through personal history checks
- A current Queensland Driver License
- Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment (desired)
- SCHDI Level 6 Hourly rate from $51.89
- All leave entitlements and the ability to purchase extra annual leave
- Salary sacrificing – you pay less tax and increase your take home pay through RemServ, access up to $15,900 a year + $2650 for meals and entertainment
- Access to Novated leasing
- Employee discounts with 4% discount on retail such as Woolworths etc
- Values of Love, Care, Hope and Humility are the foundation on which we operate from
- We are part of a bigger organisation we have Residential Aged Care, Children and Families, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Homelessness Services, Foster Care and the wider Home and Community Services
- Give back to your local community through this role
- Work independently and part of a supportive team
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Access to Employee Assistance and Pastoral Care support
- Staff Spiritual Retreat twice a year
- Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities, and people with a lived experience of mental health.
- We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing ongoing care and protection.
If you are passionate in finding a position that directly and positively influences the quality of life for our clients; working within an organization that values your professional contribution and personal well-being we would love to hear from you. Apply with your cover letter and resume.
For further information or if you require adjustments to the application process please contact Dustin Baker on 5428 4949.
Anglicare Southern Queensland is committed to the health and safety of our workforce. Shortlisted Applicants will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Assessments that requests the sharing of information regarding pre-existing injuries, illnesses or conditions that could reasonably be aggravated by performing the duties of this position.
