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Senior Carer Practitioner

The core mission of Murrumbidgee Region (trading under Anglicare NSW South, NSW West & ACT) is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty for children, young people and families. We have a particular focus on serving vulnerable communities in the ACT and regional, rural NSW.

We are seeking a Senior Carer Practitioner who is passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable children and young people to join our permanency support program. This position is part of the wider team of Senior Carer Practitioners across our foster care services. The Senior Carer Practitioner will play a vital role in making sure children and young people have the opportunity to grow in safe and committed foster families.

The Senior Carer Practitioner will work closely with the Foster Care Team and Carers to support high-quality placements for children and young people. The successful person will have current, comprehensive understanding of out of home care services; particular skills in family and foster carer assessments; and the capacity to provide guidance regarding best practice placement planning outcomes for children and young people in foster care. Experience in working in culturally strength-based practice with Aboriginal young people, their families and communities is also required.

Tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology or a related discipline are mandatory, as well as a minimum 3 years' experience working with children, young people, their families and carers preferably in out of home care. A valid driver's license is required.

The salary is negotiable commensurate with experience and qualifications. A minimum commencing salary $77,360 to $81,411 negotiable (pro-rata for part-time), plus 9.5% employer superannuation guarantee. Generous salary packaging benefits are available under Anglicare's PBI status, up to $15,500.00. Where relevant, relocation costs will be paid. Anglicare also offers other benefits including additional personal leave and paid parental leave.

Applicants will be required to undertake the psychometric profiling instrument - SafeSelectTM. Applicants must obtain a Working With Children clearance through the Office of the Children's Guardian (NSW) and undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to an offer of employment.

For all enquiries, please contact Melinda Carlyle on 0491 135 886

Details

Reference No. 5298158
Job Board NCOSS Community Jobs
Job Category Social Work
Job Field Family, Children and Youth
Employment Basis Full Time
Location Riverina

How to Apply

If you would like to join the Anglicare team, please send your written application addressing the key requirements to: https://anglicare.recruitmenthub.com.au/Job-Vacancies & enter Job Ref: 5298158

Applications close 07 December 2020

Anglicare NSW South, NSW West and ACT

Website https://anglicare.recruitmenthub.com.au/applyjob/5296310

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