Placement Support Worker

UnitingCare Qld

Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Base: $100k + super; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Experience in child protection services
Current drivers licence required
Willingness to undergo background checks
This role provides significant opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children, young people, and their families through case management and support

Job Summary

  • This role provides significant opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children, young people, and their families through case management and support.
  • The position involves assisting with intake referrals, matching children to care placements, and conducting interviews and assessments for foster carer applicants.
  • Employees benefit from flexible work arrangements, NFP salary packaging options, and comprehensive paid parental leave policies.

Matching Summary

This role provides significant opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children, young people, and their families through case management and support.

Salary

Base: $100k + Super; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: NFP Salary Packaging up to $15,900 plus meal entertainment

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience in Child Protection services
  • Current drivers licence required
  • Willingness to undergo background checks

Nice-to-have

  • Creative responses during crisis situations
  • Strong assessment writing skills
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in Social Work or Psychology highly desirable
  • Cert IV in Training and Assessor highly desirable
  • Current Blue Card or willingness to apply

Work Rights

Not specified

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