Family Preservation and Reunification Specialist

3 days ago


Australia MacKillop Family Services Limited Full time
About the Role

The Family Preservation and Reunification Specialist will assist the Practice Leader with the leadership of the Family Preservation and Reunification team. The position will be responsible for contributing to high-quality practice through informal and additional supervision, coaching, consultation, support, and training for staff and students, the development of services and quality improvement practices, and the provision of casework in the FPR team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess and develop high-quality practice through informal and additional supervision, coaching, consultation, support, and training for staff and students.
  • Contribute to the development of services and quality improvement practices.
  • Provide casework in the FPR team.
  • Support the Practice Leader in leading the Family Preservation and Reunification team.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated and extensive experience and skills in assessment and clinical interventions and family-centered practice with vulnerable children, young people, and families with complex needs.
  • Sound knowledge of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 and policies relating to child welfare and the Best Interests of the Child Practice Model.
  • Highly developed skills in assessing risks, needs, and safety for vulnerable children, young people, and families.
  • Highly developed interpersonal, communication, written, verbal, and computer skills.
Working with Us

MacKillop Family Services Limited is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment. We value diversity and respect the dignity of all people. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.



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