At IFYS, our overarching goal is to foster an environment that nurtures the growth and development of all individuals who access our services. We strive to ensure that those who engage with our services feel valued, supported, and inspired. Equally vital is our commitment to cultivate the same sense of well-being among our dedicated staff members. We firmly believe that our most valuable asset is our people, and as such, we continuously assess and enhance our framework of support. We readily implement new practices and procedures, such as the Sanctuary Model of Care, which actively promotes emotional, social, moral, and physical well-being for both our staff and clients. The opportunity IFYS Foster and Kinship Care Cairns has an exciting opportunity for a Support Coordinator to join the team. The Support Coordinator helps Foster Carers meet the Child Safety Standards of Care, and advocates on a Foster Carers behalf so that they can provide ongoing care that is considerate of a child or young person's evolving strengths and needs. What's on offer? Fixed-term full-time contract until January 2025 Salary base of $93,800 per annum + super (or $82,045 without a relevant tertiary qualification) Excellent not-for-profit salary packaging options ($15,900 per FBT year towards accepted expenses) Highly skilled leadership and supportive team environment Unique in-house training opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, Preventing Child Sexual Exploitation and Sanctuary training Free access to the CALM Premium App Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Key responsibilities: Support carers to create a home that meets the needs of individual children and young people and the Statement of Standards Work alongside multidisciplinary stakeholders including Child Safety to provide coordinated support Conduct carer assessments, and assist with placement matching Conduct home visits for all carers Develop and deliver training packages to carers Complete required administrative and recording keeping tasks in-line with licencing requirements Take part in on-call services on a shared rotating roster Key requirements: Experience in the Child Protection field Willingness to work flexible hours as required and occasional weekends Knowledge of Strengths Based and Client Centred Practice Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related field (consideration will be given to significant experience within the child protection sector without a qualification) Well-developed communication skills, including report writing Must hold or be willing to obtain if successful: Valid QLD driver's license with no restrictions, and fully insured vehicle QLD Working with Children Check (Paid Blue Card) Licensed Care Suitability Check (LCS2) National Crime Check (A new check will be completed through IFYS systems) Other requirements: If progressed after interview stage, you will be requested to provide the details of two-line managers to provide reference checks (this must include your current employer) If you would like further information on this role, please call (07) 5438 3000 and ask to speak to Rachel in the Recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr
