Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner

A broad outline of the responsibilities of the position includes:

- Service Delivery_
- Deliver a range of emotional and practical assistance to a caseload of carers which, at a minimum
- supports each carer to provide care that meets the Statement of Standards and the Charter of Rights for a Child in Care
- is consistent with the principles of the Act, that is, the safety, wellbeing and best interest of the child is paramount
- improves outcomes for children in out-of-home care, their carers and carer families
- provides the support required for each carer to meet the specific goals of a placement
- provides the broader, general development and support needs specific to each carer’s overall role and responsibilities
- assists in managing family contact between children and their families
- assists in managing the behaviour of children
- supports the education of children and liaison with schools
- prevents placement breakdown
- retains foster carers
- respects and maintains personal and professional boundaries
- Undertake Initial, Renewal and Provisional Carer Assessments for review by the Service Manager or Team Leader before lodgement with the Department
- Deliver carer training as per associated departmental guidelines and or relevant train the trainer certificate
- Contribute to the direct support of children/young people as required to support the placement and the individual needs of the child (e.g. transport a child, supporting a child for a period of time)
- Participate in the matching process for referrals from the Department
- Participate on the on call roster and on call handover meetings
- Ensure all assessments, case notes, home visits, training, departmental meetings and other responsibilities/ deadlines are met
- Assist in the recruitment of carers as requested and overseen by the Service Manager
- Ensure that electronic carer and other files are kept up to date within the required timeframes
- Networking and Consultation_
- Establish sound working relationships, acknowledging the diversity and complexities of relationships among stakeholders including but not limited to CTC staff at all levels, foster and kinship carers, government and non-government agencies, community groups and any other stakeholders
- Attend and participate in Departmental and other meetings as required
- Work with the Team Leader to:_
- Have regular, informal discussions in relation to your caseload and other aspects of your work and formally during monthly support and supervision meetings
- Ensure your safety in all aspects of your role and the safety of others
- Provide input into the continuous improvement of PIFC Policies and Procedures and associated practices
- Identify opportunities for your professional development as a Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner
- Ensure you receive regular external support and supervision

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $43.08 - $46.35 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

**Benefits**:

- Salary packaging
- Visa sponsorship

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call

Application Question(s):

- Please outline your relevant skills and experience.
- Do you have a current Blue Card, NDIS Worker Screening Check, First Aid or ability to obtain?
- Please be aware that this position is based in Wondai. Do you reside in the South Burnett region or intend on relocating to the South Burnett region?
- What type of Queensland Drivers Licence do you hold?

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 08/03/2025