Kinship Care Specialist

2 weeks ago

Bendigo, Victoria, Australia beBeeAssessment Full time $71,000 - $86,000

Role Summary

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced professional to join our team in a part-time capacity (4 days per week). This role will undertake comprehensive assessments within the Kinship Care program, providing monitoring and support to kinship care placements arranged for vulnerable children.

This program aims to ensure the ongoing safety, stability, and developmental needs of these young people. Our services include timely assessments, identification of needs, referrals, access to family services, and flexible brokerage through the First Supports program and case contracting services.

Key Responsibilities

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  2. Undertake Kinship Part B comprehensive assessments within the Kinship Care First Supports program.">
  3. Provision of Family Services and support.">
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Requirements

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To be successful in this role, you will need:

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  • Experience managing risk and wellbeing, working within the Best Interest Framework.">
  • An understanding of how trauma can affect the development of young people.">
  • Solid understanding of the Child Protection and Welfare system in Victoria.">
  • Excellent written, verbal, and collaborative communication skills.">
  • Strong assessment skills.">
  • The ability to understand the challenges faced by carers.">
  • Flexibility and adaptability to work in a busy and dynamic program.">
  • An empathy with values and mission to do better for Children, Young People, and Families.">
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What We Offer

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This is a part-time opportunity offering a great salary starting at $71,000 based on a 4-day working week. You will also have access to:

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  • Awards-based salary.">
  • Flexible working hours with core hours plus some after-hours visits.">
  • Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging, and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health.">
  • Professional development opportunities from our dedicated Learning and Development team.">
  • Ongoing supervision and support from experienced team leaders.">
  • Rainbow Tick Accreditation.">
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Application Requirements

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Please note that it is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. You must also be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a medical exemption.

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