This position has a dual purpose of Foster Carer Recruitment, and Intake Worker.

Foster Carer Recruitment purpose is to engage with Program Leadership and our National Carer Recruitment Team and support the National Carer Recruitment Team and activities associated with Foster Carer recruitment and accreditation, this includes and is not limited to activities such as marketing, enquiry, face-to-face screenings, information sessions, completion of required documentation, training and assessing of potential Foster Carers, and preparation of documentation for accreditation.

The Intake Worker purpose is to review and prioritise Children and Young People referrals and assess the available Foster Carer pool and identify the most appropriate placement match and facilitate placement in consultation with appointed Case Managers and Foster Carer, and completion of all processes, documentation, and system reporting required.

Skills & Experience required

• Please see attached position description for more in depth detail in relation to the skills required as this is dual purpose role.
• Demonstrated achievement of outcomes through advocacy on behalf of those in need.
• Demonstrated capability in conflict resolution, influence, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of the statutory and related service systems as they relate to out of home care.
• Experience working with complex families desirable.
• Experience of complex case management working with children, young people, and families.
• Strong problem-solving capability, developing solutions to meet client needs.
• Excellent time management, organised, well developed interpersonal skills.
• Solid professional judgement.
  

Essential - Tertiary qualification in social work or equivalent that is recognised in Australia

Preferable - Foster Care Training & Assessment Skills

What we can offer

• Full time Permanent role
• SCHCADS 5 $97,377.80 plus super
• Salary Packaging of $15,900 plus meals and entertainment card $2,650
• Ex gratia days Easter & Christmas

How to apply

You can apply for the role today by clicking "Apply Now".

Please submit a resume with a cover letter that describes your passion, values and commitment to working with vulnerable young people & families.

For a discussion in regard to this position please contact Elizabeth Abdilla / Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist on 0499 655 939.
Successful candidates will be required to complete all necessary safety screening including National / International Police Checks and Working with Children Checks relevant to ACT.

OzChild is committed to the employment of Aboriginal people and providing a work environment in which Aboriginal peoples' cultures, beliefs and values are acknowledged and respected, and in which the individual career goals and personal aims of Aboriginal staff are identified, promoted and achieved.

OzChild is a child-safe organisation committed to protecting children and young people from all forms of abuse, bullying, exploitation and neglect, and to creating environments in all our programs and services where children are safe and feel safe.

OzChild is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply.