This is a Practitioner Foster and Kinship Care role with Anglicare Southern Queensland based in Roma, QLD, AU Anglicare Southern Queensland Role Seniority - mid level More about the Practitioner Foster and Kinship Care role at Anglicare Southern Queensland About us At Anglicare Southern Queensland, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, we exist for individuals of all life stages who may be experiencing challenges or entering a new phase of life. Our skilled staff deliver a breadth of care-based services across a vast geographic footprint, and in many types of locations. Our Children, Youth and Families team is dedicated to ensuring that every child and young person has the opportunity to grow up in a safe, nurturing and supportive environment. We work closely with Foster and Kinship Carers, families, and community partners to help children in out-of-home care thrive. About the role We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated Practitioners, Foster & Kinship Care to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis, based within Roma, QLD and working with caseloads across the surrounding regional, remote and local areas. The Practitioner, Foster & Kinship Care plays a key role in recruiting, training, assessing and supporting Foster and Kinship Carers to meet the individual needs of children and young people in out-of-home care (OOHC). You will work closely with carers, families and the Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services to promote stability, safety and positive outcomes for children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity for skilled practitioners who are passionate about child protection, trauma-informed practice and building strong, sustainable care environments. Please note: This position requires semi-regular and overnight travel to surrounding regional and remote areas. An ASQ vehicle will be supplied for travel purposes only and travel allowance will be provided for overnight visits. You be required to also be semi-regularly on-call as part of this position. Responsibilities Recruit, train, assess and support Foster and Kinship Carers in line with Anglicare's policies, frameworks and legislative requirements. Conduct thorough carer assessments and renewals, exploring strengths, vulnerabilities and support needs within the care environment. Provide supervision, guidance and targeted support to carers, ensuring they are equipped to meet the needs of children and young people in their care. Build and maintain positive relationships with carers and their families, promoting stability and wellbeing within placements. Deliver and facilitate pre-service and ongoing training, including carer learning and development programs. Undertake regular home visits, case discussions and joint work with Departmental staff and other stakeholders. Participate in matching processes and coordinate support arrangements for children and young people, including respite, brokerage and therapeutic interventions. Maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation in accordance with licensing, policy and quality assurance requirements. Contribute to a supportive and professional team culture and engage in supervision and ongoing professional development. Participate in the after-hours on-call roster to support carers and placements as required. Qualifications, Credentials and Other Requirements Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Behavioural or Social Sciences (or similar). Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check). Current Licensed Care Service (LCS). Current Queensland Driver Licence. Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment (desired). Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. About You Applied knowledge of child protection legislation and the Child Protection Act (1999). Skilled in child centred, family-focused practice, with an understanding of trauma and its impact on child development. Experience in completing complex documentation, including carer assessments and care plans. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and engage with diverse individuals and families. Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in crisis situations. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Competent in using MS Word, Excel and data management systems for record keeping and reporting. Why you will love working with Anglicare Southern Queensland Voted Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand in Aged Care seven consecutive years in a row. Know your role is making a real difference supporting Queenslanders in need. Value-driven organisation rooted in Love, Care, Hope & Humility. Flexible Working Environment and work from home possibilities. Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Reduce your taxable income by up to $18,550). Novated Lease - pay for your car and running costs with pre-tax dollars! Corporate Health Insurance Discounts with Bupa and Medibank. Benefits App - Discounts and cash back at retailers (Woollies, Big W, Myer & more!). Referral App - $1 for each time you share a job and up to $300 for a successful referral. Wellbeing App - Mental, Physical and Financial wellbeing support. A culture of recognition with our Annual People Awards. 24/7 Employee Assistance Program & Pastoral Care Support. What happens now? Apply now by submitting your current resume and an optional cover letter, and by answering a few short application questions. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or would like more information, please contact Grace Sharma on 0409 721 155. 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 ill health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing ongoing care and protection. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Anglicare Southern Queensland team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Recruiting and training Conducting assessments Building relationships Key Strengths ️ Child protection legislation Trauma-informed practice ️ Communication skills Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment MS Office proficiency Problem-solving skills A Final Note: This is a role with Anglicare Southern Queensland not with Hatch.
