Foster Carer Engagement & Recruitment Specialist

Uniting NSW & ACT; Sydney; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Uniting NSW & ACT is seeking a Carer Engagement and Support Consultant to recruit, assess and support foster carers across NSW. The role is part-time (28 hours per week) on an 18-month contract, with travel to sites statewide, including Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, North Parramatta or Dubbo.

You will build a strong network of carers, deliver training, and work with Caseworkers to match children with capable, nurturing carers in the community.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences or related field.
• Excellent written, verbal and organisational skills.
• Experience supporting venerable people.
• Carer assessment experience or willingness to obtain Step-by-Step Assessor accreditation.
• Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel when required.
• Group facilitation or training delivery skills (essential).
• Warm, flexible and emotionally resilient nature.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, assess and onboard new carers.
• Support and mentor existing carers, including through allegations and complaints.
• Deliver foster carer training, reviews and development plans.
• Collaborate with Caseworkers to support children and young people.
• Represent Uniting in the community and raise awareness of child safety.
• Participate in regular team and clinical supervision meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Emotional resilience

Education

Social Sciences degree

Tools

Step-by-Step Assessor accreditation

Job description

Uniting NSW & ACT is seeking a Carer Engagement and Support Consultant to recruit, assess and support foster carers across NSW. The role is part-time (28 hours per week) on an 18-month contract, with travel to sites statewide, including Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, North Parramatta or Dubbo.

You will build a strong network of carers, deliver training, and work with Caseworkers to match children with capable, nurturing carers in the community.