Foster Carer Recruitment & Support Specialist

South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation; Nowra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work arrangements

Paid Christmas shutdown period

Salary packaging up to 15900 AUD

Job summary

South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Intake, Carer Recruitment and Support Worker to recruit, assess and support Foster Carers ensuring safe, nurturing placements for children and young people in care. The role includes maintaining timely records and reports and collaborating with stakeholders across Aboriginal communities.

Salary will align with SCMSAC Enterprise Agreement. The role requires WWCC, relevant checks and a NSW Driver’s Licence, with potential for ongoing

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Community Services or related fields, or willingness to obtain.
• Proficiency in report writing and ability to develop, organise and maintain records and reports in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and clinical record/data management systems.
• Knowledge of issues affecting Aboriginal communities, families, and children—specifically in OOHC placements.
• Ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders, funding bodies and other agencies.
• Knowledge of NSW Children’s Guardian OOHC Standards and accreditation processes.
• Willingness to consent to probity information entered on Residential Care Workers Register.
• Current WWCC, Working with Vulnerable People Registration and National Police Check.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, assess and support Foster Carers to maintain safe, nurturing placements for children and young people in care.
• Ensure timely, accurate records and reports for accountability and service delivery.

Education

Certificate IV in Community Services

Report writing

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Clinical records systems

Job description

South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Intake, Carer Recruitment and Support Worker to recruit, assess and support Foster Carers ensuring safe, nurturing placements for children and young people in care. The role includes maintaining timely records and reports and collaborating with stakeholders across Aboriginal communities.

Salary will align with SCMSAC Enterprise Agreement. The role requires WWCC, relevant checks and a NSW Driver’s Licence, with potential for ongoing