Practitioner - Foster and Kinship Care Maroochydore

Hourly rate starting from $47.49 on SCHDI Level 5
- Salary packaging to increase take home pay
- 12 Fixed - Term Month Contract, Maroochydore Location

**Exciting Opportunity in Maroochydore for our next Case Manager/Practitioner**

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Practitioner to become a pivotal part of our vibrant team in Maroochydore. This opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children and you people, providing them with the support and interventions they need to thrive. If you’re driven by a desire to contribute positively to your community and support foster and kinship carers in their vital roles, we’d love to hear from you.

This is role is a 12 Month - Fixed Term Contract working 76 hours a fortnight.

**About the Role**
- Evaluate the strengths and potential risks in care placements, empowering Foster and Kinship Carers with the essential skills to ensure a safe and nurturing environment.
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders to craft and execute bespoke therapeutic interventions for individuals and carers, considering the unique needs across developmental phases from infancy to 17 years.

**About You**
- Experience in engaging with carers through training, recruitment, and support processes.
- You have demonstrated ability in assessing complex situations, crafting personalized care strategies, and offering direct in-home support.
- You possess a thorough understanding of child protection laws and practices.
- Your skill set includes the ability to deliver training and lead support groups effectively.
- You are adept at working within child-centric and family-oriented frameworks.
- You have a track record of managing detailed documentation efficiently.

Required Qualifications and Credentials
- You hold a tertiary degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social or Behavioural Sciences, or a related discipline.
- You either hold or are willing to obtain a Current Blue Card (Working with Children)
- Current Licensed Care Service (LCS) certification, and a Queensland Driver's License.

**What We Offer**:

- Competitive starting hourly rates ranging from $47.49 to $49.65, aligned with SCHDI Level 5.
- The opportunity to boost your take-home pay through salary sacrificing options with RemServ, including up to $15,900 per annum plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
- Benefits of Novated leasing and a 4% discount on major retail outlets including Woolworths.
- A work culture grounded in values of Love, Care, Hope, and Humility.
- Being part of a larger, impact-driven organisation offering a wide range of services including Residential Aged Care, Children and Families support, Mental Health and Well-being, Homelessness Services, and Foster Care.
- A chance to contribute meaningfully to your community.

**Make a Difference with Us**: If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely impact lives and work within a supportive and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to provide care, support, and hope, and be part of a larger purpose. Your journey of making a meaningful difference in the Maroochydore community starts here.

**What happens now?**

**Applications close on Thursday 25th April**
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we reserve the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date and/or close this advertisement early if a suitable applicant is selected.

**For further information, or please contact Amanda Ekert**on **1300 610 610**.
- Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Assessment that requires disclosure of pre-existing injuries, illnesses or conditions that could reasonably be aggravated by performing the duties of this position._