Child Safety Support Specialist
The role of the Child Safety Support Specialist is to deliver comprehensive support services to vulnerable children and families. This includes engaging with children, families, carers, and service providers to ensure effective case plan implementation.
* This involves providing individualized supports, referrals, advocacy, and coaching to help children transition from care.
* The Specialist will also collaborate with stakeholders to establish safety and support networks for at-risk families.
In this role, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality child protection services. This includes delivering casework support and advice on complex child protection concerns, as well as participating in a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Engage with children, families, carers, and service providers to support case plan goals.
2. Provide individualized supports, referrals, advocacy, and coaching to help children transition from care.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish safety and support networks.
4. Deliver comprehensive casework support and advice on complex child protection concerns.
5. Participate in a multidisciplinary team to deliver family support services.
6. Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Requirements:
* Possess high-quality, culturally appropriate practice knowledge and skills.
* Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Show ability to work effectively in a team environment.