About the role:
This position is situated within the West Perth office with travel to other locations as needed to support case managers.
The Out of Home Care (OOHC) Coordinator is part of MacKillop's WA OOHC team which provides General Foster Care.
The OOHC Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day practice, administrative requirements and supervision of the WA case management team. The role is also responsible for the management of placement referrals and will make decisions regarding the acceptance of children into the out of home care programs in consultation with the MacKillop leadership team.
This is an ongoing full-time opportunity based in West Perth, WA within our WA Services Program. The position reports to the State Director WA/NT.
Key Selection Criteria:
To be successful in this role, you 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 and experience in social work, community services, OOHC management or relevant field. Demonstrated understanding of child protection and an understanding of policy, practice and quality within 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 build positive relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Please address the full Key Selection Criteria outlined in the PD as part of your application.
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For more information, please contact:
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Our offer:
Hourly Rate of $58.23 to $60.66 as outlined in the SCHADS Award Level 7, 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. Paid Training that is industry-specific including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Sanctuary and Cultural Awareness training. Fitness Passport - which is a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. 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. Supportive Environment - Monthly supportive meetings with your direct manager. Sanctuary Organisation - MacKillop's work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, an evidence-supported, whole of organisation framework that brings our values to life. You must have:
Valid and current Driver's Licence; Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop); Valid Employee Working with Children Check; Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (for risk assessed / client facing roles). MacKillop can assist successful candidates with their application. Our Commitment:
MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every person's ability, cultural or linguistic backgrounds, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious or spiritual beliefs, socio-economic status, and age.
It is our goal that MacKillop Family Services continues to evolve as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible.
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