Permanency Support Specialist

1 week ago


Wagga Wagga, Australia CareSouth Full time
About CareSouth

CareSouth is a community-services organisation with a dynamic vision to make a difference every day. Our purpose is to influence and support the safety, development, and empowerment of children, young people, adults, and communities.

Our Services

We offer services in early intervention, foster care, youth support, and NDIS services. Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality support to individuals and families in need.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Caseworker to join our Permanency Support Team in Wagga Wagga. As a Caseworker, you will work dynamically across the child protection spectrum, from family preservation to permanency support, restoration, and adoption.

Key Responsibilities
  • Visiting children, young people, and carers in their homes to provide support and guidance.
  • Working holistically with carers, families, and service providers to help children and young people reach their goals.
  • Supporting collaboration with a diverse team to share knowledge and insight to achieve best outcomes for children and young people.
  • Documenting children and young people's goals, journey, and milestones.
  • Helping children and young people achieve permanency so they have a home for life.
Requirements
  1. A commitment to the safety of children, young people, and people with a disability.
  2. A degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Diploma in Social Sciences/Social Welfare or equivalent.
  3. An understanding of the issues facing vulnerable children and their families.
  4. Sound interpersonal, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
  5. The ability to work autonomously and as part of a high-performing team.
  6. Proven ability to establish and maintain effective community networks.
  7. High-level verbal and written communication skills.
  8. An understanding and commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Work Health and Safety, Cultural issues, and the NSW Child Protection system.
  9. A current driver's licence.
  10. Willingness to undergo a National Police Clearance and obtain a NSW Working with Children Check clearance number and/or ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card.
What We Offer
  • A compassionate, supportive, and inclusive culture that encourages you to be bold, big-hearted, and determined.
  • 24/7 After Hours Call centre to allow you to leave work at work.
  • Concessional leave, to be taken over the Christmas period.
  • Salary packaging entitlements up to $15,899.
  • Free, confidential, and independent Employee Assistance Program (inc. free access to physical, mental, financial online supports).
  • Tailored professional development pathways.
  • 24/7 access to our online eLearning system.


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