Foster Care Training & Support Specialist

Burdekin Youth Services Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Wellbeing day

Counselling service

Staff discounts

Inclusive team

Job summary

Burdekin Youth Services Limited is seeking an experienced Foster Care Support Specialist to join the Out of Home Care (OOHC) team based in Marrickville. You will lead support, training and accreditation for foster carers to ensure safe, nurturing homes for young people.

You'll coordinate information sessions, carer assessments, and supervision while collaborating with Case Managers to achieve positive outcomes for children and families. A strong communicator with teamwork spirit is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to engage and support carers and families.
• Strong assessment and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Willing to obtain Step by Step Shared Lives certification.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate information sessions, training and education for foster carers.
• Conduct carer assessments, reviews and supervision in OOHC.
• Support carer wellbeing, engagement and retention, including responding to training needs.
• Work with Case Managers to support safe, stable placements and outcomes for children and youths.
• Assist with carer matching and placement processes, maintaining records and compliance.
• Contribute to quality improvement and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

Tertiary qualification in social work or related field

Job description

Burdekin Youth Services Limited is seeking an experienced Foster Care Support Specialist to join the Out of Home Care (OOHC) team based in Marrickville. You will lead support, training and accreditation for foster carers to ensure safe, nurturing homes for young people.

You'll coordinate information sessions, carer assessments, and supervision while collaborating with Case Managers to achieve positive outcomes for children and families. A strong communicator with teamwork spirit is essential.