Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner
Job No:
CTC253
Location:
Wondai
Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner
- Full-time role with flexibility in hours to meet client needs
- SCHADS 4.1 - Pay rate $44.58 + Salary Packaging
- Support foster and kinship carers in providing stable placements for children and young people
- Engage with diverse stakeholders to improve outcomes for children in care
- Join a committed team at South Burnett CTC in a community-focused environment
About South Burnett CTC Inc
South Burnett CTC Inc is a not-for-profit community organisation dedicated to providing support to disadvantaged individuals and families across various services, including Foster Care, Residential Care, and Domestic and Family Violence Services. With teams operating from Kingaroy, Wondai, Nanango, and Murgon, we are committed to enhancing the well-being of our community.
Our Partners in Foster Care program is designed to recruit, train, assess, and support carers who care for children and young people under Child Protection Orders. We focus on creating safe, stable, and nurturing environments for children in our care.
Position Overview
The Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner will work within the Partners in Foster Care program, reporting to the Team Leader. This role involves delivering practical and emotional support to a caseload of foster and kinship carers, ensuring the safety and well-being of children placed in their homes.
Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing training, and facilitating communication between carers and relevant stakeholders. Practitioners are also required to participate in an on-call roster and engage in continuous professional development to enhance service delivery.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Child Protection or Human Services, with a focus on supporting diverse communities. You should demonstrate an understanding of child development and trauma-informed care, along with excellent communication skills.
- Industry experience in Child Protection or Human Services
- An understanding of the Child Protection Act and related policy, legislation and relevant Industry Standards
- Experience in or the aptitude to learn assessment tools/techniques to assess the suitability of potential carers and reassess current carers
- Ability to respond to the complex needs of children and carers
- Diploma level qualification in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Mental Health, or related fields
- Valid Queensland Driver Licence
- First Aid and CPR
- Working with children Blue Card
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Licensing of Care Services Suitability Check (LCS)
We seek a compassionate and resilient individual capable of working independently in challenging situations while maintaining a focus on the best interests of children and their families.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers a competitive salary aligned with the Social and Community Services Worker Level 4 of the SCHADS Award, with opportunities for salary packaging. Additional benefits and professional development opportunities are available to support your growth within the organisation.
If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
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This position is open for ongoing recruitment. Applications will be reviewed regularly, and suitable candidates will be interviewed and onboarded progressively throughout the recruitment period.
