Placement Support Worker, Foster Care

AnglicareSA; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services provider in South Australia seeks a passionate individual to support children in Out of Home Care. You will collaborate with care teams and utilize cultural knowledge to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. AnglicareSA offers competitive salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary packaging

Paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Discounted benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience working with families and children in a community services setting.
• Knowledge of Child Protection and Out of Home Care systems and legislation.
• Demonstrated strength in cultural humility.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a supportive team of Placement Support Workers.
• Coordinate trauma-informed service delivery.
• Collaborate with service providers for holistic care.

Skills

Relationship building

Cultural humility

Organizational skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Work

Job description

• Christies Beach - hybrid working arrangements (1-2 days from home)
• Join an innovative team that recently won the Anglicare Australia award in the Reconciliation category
• Be a part of change and support children in their foster care placements

What we offer:

• Competitive salary packaging:Take home more with tax-free benefits, including up to $15,899 per year and an additional $2,650 tax-free each year for meals and holidays.
• Paid parental leave:Get the support you need to start or grow your family, with superannuation contributions included.
• Career development:Grow your skills and progress your career with genuine opportunities across the organisation.
• Discounted benefits:Enjoy savings on motor vehicles, gym memberships, health insurance and more
• Employee Assistance Program:Get confidential support for you and your family

*AnglicareSA offers a range of flexible working arrangements that are aimed at meeting your diverse needs and the different operatingenvironments across AnglicareSA.The suitability of different arrangements will depend on the position you are applying for, and team and customer requirements. You are encouraged to discuss your needs during the application process.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is passionate about making a real differencein the lives of children and young people in Out of Home Care.With exceptional relationship building skills, you willsucceedinworking as part ofa care team withchildren and young people,Foster Carers, AnglicareSA Child Protection and Out of Home Care programs,the Department for Child Protection, and other professionals on a daily basis.

You will use your cultural humility, knowledge of childand adolescentdevelopment and the impact of trauma to support and promoteculturally safe and therapeutic care environments where children and young people are supported toheal andthrive.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Work as part of a supportive team of Placement Support Workers and Cultural and Therapeutic Practitioners to deliver services tochildren, young people and their Carer’sin the northern metro and outer regions of Adelaide
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to apply cultural knowledge and expertise which result in best outcomes for First Nations and culturally and linguistically diverse children and young people
• Use your assessment and organisational skills to coordinate strengths based, trauma informed service delivery and meet key performance indicators
• Work collaboratively with other service providers,facilitating a holistic service approachto families, children and young people in Out of Home Care

What do you need to bring?

• Experience working with families and childrenand young peoplein a community services setting
• Knowledge of Child Protection and Out of Home Care systems and legislation
• Demonstrated strength in cultural humility

Qualifications / Special Conditions

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work - eligibility to register for the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB)
• National Police Check (NPC) / Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People (Mandated Reporting certification)
• Australian Driver’s Licence

Who is AnglicareSA?

AnglicareSA, South Australia's leading social services provider, empowers over 60,000 individuals annually. Our 2,000 passionate employees and 300+ dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to support individuals, families, and communities. We address immediate needs while fostering empowerment, dignity, and maintaining control in their lives.

From emergency assistance to lifelong support, our diverse services cater to every life stage. We champion social justice, equality, and strong communities, because together, we change lives.

How to Apply:

Please click on 'Apply' and submit your application as soon as possible.

Note: this is an expression of interest. You will be contacted should a suitable opportunity arise that aligns with your skills, experience, and availability.

We do not accept applications via email; for more information, please contact: Sarah, Recruitment Business Partner [e-mail]

You can view the Position Description via the vacancy's advert on the AnglicareSA website for further details on the role requirements.

YouBelong@AnglicareSA

At AnglicareSA, we want everyone to feel that they can be themselves and that they belong. We value diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access AnglicareSA’s Reconciliation Action Plan.

AnglicareSA is a White Ribbon organisation committed to the prevention of violence against women.