Foster Care Support Coordinator

Why IFYS?

At IFYS, our overarching goal is to foster an environment that nurtures the growth and development of all individuals who access our services. We strive to ensure that those who engage with our services feel valued, supported, and inspired. Equally vital is our commitment to cultivate the same sense of well-being among our dedicated staff members.

We firmly believe that our most valuable asset is our people, and as such, we continuously assess and enhance our framework of support. We readily implement new practices and procedures, such as the Sanctuary Model of Care, which actively promotes emotional, social, moral, and physical well-being for both our staff and clients.

We are an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and difference in our communities. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

The opportunity

IFYS Foster and Kinship Care Cairns has an exciting opportunity for a Foster Care Support Coordinatorto join the team.

As the Foster Care Support Coordinator you will provide developmental and trauma informed support and supervision for children and carers within the child protection system.

What's on offer?

• Fixed term full-time employment, ending 29th of January 2027
• Work based in Cairns
• $100,700 base per annum + superannuation – IFYS is committed to gender pay equity
• Excellent not for profit salary packaging options (package up to $15,900 per FBT year)
• Join a positive, supportive and inclusive work environment and team
• Unique in-house training opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, Preventing Child Sexual Exploitation and Sanctuary training
• Free access to the CALM Premium App + personal travel discounts through Flight Centre
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Responsibilities of the role

• Support the recruitment, training and screening of Foster Care applicants
• Complete assessments of foster and kinship carers capacity to meet standards of care, report findings to Child Safety
• Support carers to provide ongoing care that is emotionally and physically safe, developmentally appropriate, nurturing and engaging to foster growth and resilience
• Meet all compliance requirements set by Child Safety for HSQF licensing purposes
• Provide support to children in regard to placements, targeting specific issues through appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant for their care plan
• Conduct assessments and developing individual care plans for each child in care in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Conduct home visits for all families, with additional ongoing regular email, phone, and in-person support
• Support families and children to develop natural links and connections with their family and community
• Create and develop functional links with community organisations, professional services, alternate care networks
• Take part in the on-call services and attend community events to recruit carers

Requirements for the role

• Professional experience working with children and families in a therapeutic environment
• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related field required
• Exceptional time management and prioritisation skills
• Understanding of child protection and statutory intervention services
• Demonstrated knowledge of strengths-based and client-centred practice
• Well-developed communication skills, including report writing

Must hold or be willing to obtain if successful

• Valid QLD driver's license with no restrictions
• QLD Working with Children Check (Paid Blue Card)
• Licensed Care Suitability Check (LCS2)
• National Crime Check (IFYS will complete a new check through our systems)
• Ability to provide two recent line manager references (including your current employer)

If you would like further information on this role, please call and ask to speak to Tamara in the Recruitment Team.

Applications close: 5pm Wednesday 19th of November 2025

Applications received after this date will be accepted but may not become part of the initial candidate pool.