Placement Support Worker Foster Care - EOI

• Christies Beach or Elizabeth location/ Fixedterm 12 month position
• Join an innovative team that recently won the Anglicare Australia award in the Reconciliation category
• Be a part of change and support children in their foster care placements

What we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements:Design your worklife balance. This could include working from home parttime work compressed working weeks and flexible working hours.*
• Competitive salary packaging:Take home more with taxfree benefits including up to $15899 per year and an additional $2650 taxfree each year for meals and holidays.
• Paid parental leave:Get the support you need to start or grow your family with superannuation contributions included.
• Career development:Grow your skills and progress your career with genuine opportunities across the organisation.
• Discounted benefits:Enjoy savings on motor vehicles gym memberships health insurance and more
• Employee Assistance Program:Get confidential support for you and your family

*AnglicareSA offers a range of flexible working arrangements that are aimed at meeting your diverse needs and the different operatingenvironments across AnglicareSA.The suitability of different arrangements will depend on the position you are applying for and team and customer requirements. You are encouraged to discuss your needs during the application process.

Who are we looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is passionate about making a real differencein the lives of children and young people in Out of Home Care.With exceptional relationship building skills you willsucceedinworking as part ofa care team withchildren and young peopleFoster Carers AnglicareSA Child Protection and Out of Home Care programsthe Department for Child Protection and other professionals on a daily basis.

You will use your cultural humility knowledge of childand adolescentdevelopment and the impact of trauma to support and promoteculturally safe and therapeutic care environments where children and young people are supported toheal andthrive.

What can you expect to be doing

• Work as part of a supportive team of Placement Support Workers and Cultural and Therapeutic Practitioners to deliver services tochildren young people and their Carersin the northern metro and outer regions of Adelaide
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to apply cultural knowledge and expertise which result in best outcomes for First Nations and culturally and linguistically diverse children and young people
• Use your assessment and organisational skills to coordinate strengths based trauma informed service delivery and meet key performance indicators
• Work collaboratively with other service providersfacilitating a holistic service approachto families children and young people in Out of Home Care

What do you need to bring

• Experience working with families and childrenand young peoplein a community services setting
• Knowledge of Child Protection and Out of Home Care systems and legislation
• Demonstrated strength in cultural humility

Qualifications / Special Conditions

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work
• National Police Check (NPC) / Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People (Mandated Reporting certification)
• Australian Drivers Licence

Who is AnglicareSA

AnglicareSA South Australias leading social services provider empowers over 60000 individuals annually. Our 2000 passionate employees and 300 dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to support individuals families and communities. We address immediate needs while fostering empowerment dignity and maintaining control in their lives.

From emergency assistance to lifelong support our diverse services cater to every life stage. We champion social justice equality and strong communities because together we change lives.

How to Apply:

Please click on Apply and submit your application as soon as possible.

Note: this is an expression of interest. You will be contacted should a suitable opportunity arise that aligns with your skills experience and availability.

We do not accept applications via email; for more information please contact: Sarah Recruitment Business Partner

You can view the Position Description via the vacancys advert on the AnglicareSA website for further details on the role requirements.

At AnglicareSA we want everyone to feel that they can be themselves and that they belong. We value diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access AnglicareSAs Reconciliation Action Plan.

AnglicareSA is a White Ribbon organisation committed to the prevention of violence against women.