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Family Preservation Caseworker

2 months ago

Wyong Shire, Australia Allambi Care Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Family Preservation Caseworker to join our Outreach Program at Allambi Care. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting families and young people to maintain their connection and prevent out-of-home care placements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Program Manager to develop and implement case plans that address the unique needs of each family.
  • Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop safety plans to ensure the well-being of families and young people.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with families, young people, and community services to provide a network of support.
  • Provide intensive support to families in the initial period of their referral, with a focus on developing a step-down process as their needs reduce.
  • Ensure regular case planning meetings with families and young people, using a collaborative approach to goal setting and progress monitoring.
  • Review and assess progress of case plan goals regularly with the Program Manager and discuss any barriers to completion.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes, incident reports, and case plans in accordance with Allambi Care standards.
  • Supervise and support youth workers in their role with families and young people.
  • Communicate effectively with community services, clinical services, and other stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to support.
  • Attend ongoing internal and external training to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Promote the Allambi Care Needs-Based Restorative Framework culture and work to NBRF ideals.
  • Collaborate with other NGOs and government departments to maintain relationships and ensure a comprehensive approach to support.
  • Work within allocated budgets and make referrals to programs that will gain a positive outcome for young people and their families.
  • Assist families and young people to gain practical life skills and independently access community supports.
  • Meet weekly with the Program Manager and attend fortnightly team meetings with youth workers and families as needed.
  • Ensure client files are maintained, accurate, and up-to-date, and meet the required standards.
  • Act in a professional and appropriate manner at all times.
Requirements
  • 2 years of experience working with children and young people in a similar environment to Allambi Care.
  • Extensive experience in Microsoft Office Applications.
  • Knowledge of Needs-Based Restorative Framework concepts and strategies.
  • Tertiary qualification in a related discipline (preferably Social Work).
What We Offer
  • Full-time employment for a fixed term (12 months).
  • Salary packaging (salary sacrifice).
  • Fitness passport.
  • 4 weeks of annual leave.
  • 12 roster days off per year (one per month).
  • Monday to Friday work week.