Kinship Care Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Sunshine, Australia Baptcare Full time
About the Role

The Kinship Care Practitioner is a key position within our organisation, working in partnership with Child Protection and other support services to deliver holistic case management to children and young people in kinship care.

The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking risk assessment and effective, trauma-informed support planning for a range of complex issues related to drug and alcohol, family violence, mental health, disadvantage, and poverty, resulting in chronic neglect and/or cumulative harm, in line with best practice approaches and the Looking After Children (LAC) framework.

This role requires a high level of expertise in trauma-informed practice, child development, and family dynamics, as well as comprehensive knowledge of the Child Protection system, legislation, and frameworks.

About You

We are seeking an experienced and skilled professional who possesses the following qualifications and attributes:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or other relevant Human Services qualification and/or experience.
  • Knowledge and understanding of trauma, child development, and family dynamics.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Child Protection system, legislation, and frameworks, in addition to practice considerations for Out of Home Care Services.
  • Knowledge of the legislative and political context, with ability to research and seek information from stakeholders to support and inform assessment of risk and service efficacy.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and prioritise risks and needs of clients in a holistic approach to practice.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to meet a changing environment and needs of carer and/or client group while maintaining focus on service delivery.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation and problem-solving.
What We Offer

Baptcare is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role, and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments.

We offer a competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing, as well as career and development opportunities, access to confidential counselling and support services, flexible working within a local community, and the opportunity to be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check and have a Working With Children Check.

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