Child and Family Support Specialist
5 days ago
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families. As a Child and Family Support Specialist, you will be working with a dedicated team at Churches of Christ to provide high-quality support services.
Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will be responsible for providing specialist support to children, young people, foster and kinship carers, and families, primarily of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to establish strong relationships, and a commitment to delivering culturally sensitive services.
Main Responsibilities- Undertake screening, intake, and placement partnering processes for children and young people with foster and kinship care families.
- Utilise a range of assessment, crisis, and short-term intervention skills and therapeutic approaches to clients; report issues to management.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and care arrangements to meet individual needs.
- Facilitate the delivery of evidence-based parenting programs to parents and carers and utilise appropriate modelling techniques to address identified needs and vulnerabilities; collaborate with community agencies and referral partners to build professional networks.
- Coordinate recruitment of and provide ongoing support to carers.
- Generate comprehensive assessment and/or reports regarding the initial and ongoing suitability of carers and/or young people and facilitate the foster care approval process (where relevant to the role).
We are seeking a passionate and caring individual who is committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and families. The ideal candidate will have a degree qualification in social work, psychology, social sciences, or a related discipline, and experience working with children, young people, and families in a child protection or community service context.
What We OfferAs a valued member of our team, you will have access to:
- A competitive salary of $73,617 - $87,187 per annum.
- A flexible working environment.
- Five weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more.
- Career development opportunities.
- Study assistance.
- Onsite parking.
- Discounts through our network of retail partners.
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