Coordinator, Permanency Support Program

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Coordinator to help lead our PSP Team.
This is an ongoing full-time opportunity based in Grafton.
The coordinator is responsible for leadership of Mac Killop's Foster and Kinship Care services.
Generous Annual Salary ($100,000- $115,000) based on qualifications and experience.
Position Purpose: The Coordinator is responsible for leadership of Mac Killop's Foster and Kinship Care services to children and young people in the Permanency Support Program (PSP), their families, and foster & kinship carers.
The Coordinator ensures the programs deliver high quality services within a trauma-informed framework.
This position provides leadership, support, supervision, and development of PSP Foster and Kinship Care staff, ensuring compliance with Mac Killop's Policy & Procedures and the OOHC standards and legislation.
The Coordinator reports to the Regional Manager and is a member of the Richmond Tweed Leadership Team.
Primary Objectives: The Coordinator PSP provides operational leadership and ensures compliance with Mac Killop's Policy and Procedures, OOHC standards, relevant legislation, and Department of Family and Community Services (FACS) contractual requirements.
The Coordinator is responsible for the delivery of high-quality services to provide positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families.
The Coordinator will work collaboratively with caseworkers in the provision of specialist casework such as restoration, guardianship, and adoption and contribute to the enhancement of these practices by: Developing effective relationships with key external stakeholders to comply with the requirements of the FACS Rules and Guidelines; Establishing collaborative relationships with a wide range of specialist and mainstream services to improve outcomes for children, young people, and their families; Ensuring the Sanctuary Model is embedded in systems and practice and reflects Mac Killop's values.
Key Result Areas and Responsibilities: The Coordinator PSP will: Develop, implement, and review the services provided to children and families; Ensure targets are met in accordance with the PSP FACS contract; Manage the services provided within the Mac Killop budget and the strategic and operational plans; Provide data and reports in accordance with Mac Killop and FACS requirements; Develop and implement casework strategies that support permanency planning principles; Respond to and manage identified staffing issues, maintain an accurate record of actions taken, and consult and inform the Regional Manager; Manage staff recruitment and make recommendations to the Regional Manager regarding the selection of staff; Ensure all new staff are inducted and appropriately supported on commencement of employment in line with Mac Killop's induction and probation procedures; Manage, induct, and supervise student placements and volunteers; Supervise and monitor staff work routines and approve time sheets, leave, time in lieu, and overtime in consultation with the Regional Manager; Collaborate with the Regional Manager in relation to the management of staff workloads and case practice through professional supervision and consultation; Promote growth and change by providing opportunities for training and development for all staff; Facilitate team meetings and other opportunities for reflective practice involving relevant stakeholders; Promote democracy and support young people and staff to engage in a participatory environment where they can have a say and influence the decision-making process; Provide timely advice to the Regional Manager with regard to critical incidents, complaints, industrial matters, or other situations that may present "risk"; Ensure services comply with the OOHC standards and client and carer records are accurate and up-to-date; Ensure that the rights of young people are protected, their wellbeing is actively safeguarded, and any concerns are reported immediately; Ensure all statutory child protection requirements are adhered to; Support and develop staff and volunteers through the provision of on-the-job training, coaching, and supervision to develop their capacity to provide trauma-informed, therapeutic care; Support Caseworkers to provide responsive casework practice to individual client needs ensuring the needs of children and young people are met through the development, implementation, and review of individual client case plans; Ensure that services are sensitive to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and CALD children, young people, and their families; Contribute to the administration of Family Journey and Child Story; Maintain relevance in the profession through participation in professional development opportunities, supervision, and performance appraisals; Actively support and champion the Sanctuary model across all aspects of the programs, and manage the programs in line with the seven Sanctuary commitments.
Key Selection Criteria: The incumbent will have: Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people, and their families; A tertiary qualification in social work, community services, management, or relevant field; Demonstrated understanding of child protection and an understanding of statutory child protection frameworks; Proven leadership skills and demonstrated ability in the supervision of staff; Demonstrated skills and experience in program management, service development and review, and experience in foster care programs; Demonstrated ability to deliver positive outcomes for vulnerable children, young people, and their families; Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders; High level of initiative, ability to plan, organise and prioritise work, and work to tight deadlines under pressure; Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills; Strong understanding of policy, practice, and quality framework; Experience in working with trauma, attachment, and resilience theory; and child development; Competence in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Other Information: The incumbent is required to: Sign and actively abide by Mac Killop's Code of Conduct; Observe and actively support Mac Killop's P.8 People and Workplace Policy; Attend mandatory and other training as required; Actively participate in Mac Killop's Bid Management process as required; Participate in and promote continuous quality improvement processes; Promote an environment that is culturally safe and strengths-focused; Abide by principles and commitments of the Sanctuary Framework; Incorporate cultural safety into your practice with Aboriginal families.
The incumbent must possess: A valid and current Driver's Licence; A valid and current Working with Children Card; A valid and current NDIS Worker Check (for NDIS risk assessed roles); A satisfactory criminal history check conducted by Mac Killop Family Services.
Our Offer: This position is a SCHCADS level 7.1-7.3 based on qualifications and experience.
($100,000- $115,000) Annual Salary range.
A great opportunity to join a leading provider of community and family services.
Succession Plan for career growth.
Hourly Rate based on SCHADS Award 7.1-7.3 dependent on qualification and experience.
Salary packaging – we can help you to maximize your salary packaging up to $18,550 per year, which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
Professional Development - we promote ongoing learning and development and provide study leave, and an enormous amount of training and development within our in-house learning team.
Training - Industry-specific training paid by Mac Killop including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Sanctuary, and Cultural Awareness training.
Employee Assistance Program - Free access to a wide range of options with all aspects of life such as social, financial, physical, mental health by providing counselling and coaching supporting relating both to your circumstance, even including health advice from qualified nutritionists.
Sanctuary - Mac Killop's work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, an evidence-supported, whole-of-organisation framework that brings our values to life.
The model reinforces our ability to create a safe environment that teaches people to cope effectively with stress and trauma, and to heal.
For further information contact Naomi Burke at #J-18808-Ljbffr