Foster Care and Kinship Program Coordinator

2 days ago


Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia Foundcarekids Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Case Worker to join our team in Toowoomba.

This role will involve providing support to carers to achieve the placement goal of the child or young person, working collaboratively with team members to effect and achieve foster and kinship care goals.

The ideal candidate will have a high level of knowledge and experience relevant to foster care and kinship programs, child protection, trauma and attachment, positive behaviour support, child development, and casework and group facilitation skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Recruit and support carers, focusing on providing supports that meet legislative requirements and ultimately achieve reunification and long-term stability for children in care
  • Participate in assessment processes and ensure carers and home environments are authorised/approved and remain under active review
  • Investigate allegations against carers and take necessary actions to ensure the safety and well-being of children in care

Requirements

  • Demonstrated high level of knowledge and experience relevant to foster care and kinship programs, child protection, trauma and attachment, positive behaviour support, child development, and casework and group facilitation skills
  • May have completed or be currently completing a relevant tertiary qualification OR may have a less formal qualification with substantial years of relevant experience and specialised knowledge and skills sufficient to perform the role
  • Able to write high-quality assessment reports and use a range of information technology systems including Microsoft Office

About Us

Foundations Care is a leading provider of out-of-home care services, dedicated to supporting children and families in need.

We welcome applications from First Nations Peoples and people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately and the position may close earlier than stated if a suitable candidate has been found.



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