Family Preservation Reunification Response Senior Practitioner

Family Preservation Reunification Response Senior Practitioner

Full Time Community Services Sunshine

SCHADS 6.3

About BaptistCare

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care home care retirement living community services disability support and housing.

We know that lifes challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us it can feel more connected supported and hopeful again.

Thats what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today more than 70000 customers 12000 employees and close to 2000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

What Youll Do

• Provide intensive support to families participating in reunification programs
• Provide supervision and leadership to staff members and contribute to team and program development
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored intervention plans
• Collaborate with other professionals including case managers legal representatives and healthcare providers
• Facilitate family meetings and coordinate services to address identified needs
• Maintain accurate case documentation and reports
• Mentor junior staff members and contribute to team development

What Were Looking For

• Relevant qualification in Social Work Psychology or related field
• Leadership experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience in child and family services particularly reunification work
• Strong assessment and intervention skills with families experiencing complex challenges
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and family systems approaches
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Current Working with Children Check and willingness to undergo background screening

How to Apply

ClickApply Nowto submit your application.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
• A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role

If you require support with the application process please contact

BaptistCare Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety empowerment and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful protective environment that supports infants children and young people to feel safe and respected.