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4 days ago
We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our Child Youth and Family Foster Care program in the Toowoomba region. The successful candidate will have a strong background in child protection, out-of-home care services, and family support.
This is a fixed-term contract position with the possibility of becoming permanent thereafter. The role involves managing a multi-disciplinary team, providing practice advice and support, and driving quality outcomes for children, young people, their families, and carers.
Key Responsibilities- Provide supervision and support to a multi-disciplinary team
- Guide and support the implementation of quality carer assessments, supervision, supports, and reviews
- Work cooperatively with the Central Enquiry Team to manage carer engagement, recruitment, supervision, and support
- Embed the CARE approach locally by leading a multi-disciplinary service delivery team to promote continuous improvement in service delivery
- Provide input into the development of new programs and practice initiatives
- Demonstrated experience in child protection/out-of-home care services/family support and preservation
- Demonstrated experience working with and using evidence-informed practice models across multidisciplinary teams
- Experience in providing professional development through clinical supervision, training, coaching, and monitoring
- Proficient in best practice CARE and TCI Implementation
- Experience working in a culturally sensitive manner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a willingness to work and train in culturally appropriate approaches
- A tertiary qualification in social work, psychology or a relevant human service area
- Working knowledge of relevant QLD legislative and regulatory environment for areas of business responsibility
- Experience in recruitment, assessment, supervision, and support of foster carers
- Current unrestricted driver's licence
The estimated annual salary for this position is $123,000 - $145,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Life Without Barriers offers a competitive benefits package, including a rostered day off per month, employee assistance program, and ongoing training and development opportunities.
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