Anglicare Central Queensland Limited | Emerald
$101,099 p/a + superannuation + salary sacrifice
Full-time - Fixed-term position
About the role
At Anglicare Central Queensland, we believe children thrive in safe, familiar environments. As a not-for-profit organisation, we support kinship carers - family and community members who step in to care for children when they need it most.
We're seeking a compassionate Kinship Placement Support Worker to work alongside carers and support services in Emerald to ensure children remain connected to their culture, identity and community - making a lasting impact through stable, nurturing placements.
Typical day / Responsibilities
* Support Kinship Carers to build strong, nurturing environments
* Partner with families and community services
* Identify training needs and boost carer confidence
* Lead carer inductions and develop tailored support plans
* Contribute to care planning and placement stability
* Help organise meaningful events for children and carers
* Be part of an on-call roster for timely support
* Keep placement records up-to-date and manage carer renewals
Mandatory Requirements
* A Diploma (or higher) in social or behavioural sciences, social work, or psychology
* 3 years relevant experience in this or similar field
Who we are
For almost 40 years, our truly local team of professionals have worked with people from a variety of backgrounds and beliefs to support them in living their best life. AnglicareCQ is a not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation – and we give effect to that purpose through our staff. We endeavour to make the most ordinary things extraordinary – simply by doing them with the right people.
AnglicareCQ offers a diverse scope of interdependent and inter-related career paths which enables staff mobility and growth. Careers with AnglicareCQ are from a wide range of disciplines including leadership, community services, child protection, housing, and support services.
What you will bring to the role
* A passion and genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of Central Queenslanders
* Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders
* The ability to identify and embed solutions
* Demonstrated experience working within a high-performance framework where you are accountable for KPIs on program delivery and outcomes, within a fast-paced solutions-focused environment
* Effective time management and organisational skills
* A strong communicator, able to quickly build rapport and influence across a diverse range of people
Other Requirements
* Ability to obtain a Blue Card (working with children check positive notice or exemption)
* Ability to obtain a Yellow Card (disability services positive notice or exemption notice)
What are the benefits of working for AnglicareCQ?
We have a common purpose throughout our organisation to serve the people of Central Queensland, to help them live their best life. AnglicareCQ offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful employment and be part of a holistic team that supports people in our local communities.
* We offer attractive salary sacrifice to all part-time and full-time employees
* We offer the opportunity to work within an organisation committed to social change
* Full-time employees have the opportunity to accrue/utilise TOIL in line with office hours to increase flexibility
* We have a supportive and pragmatic management teamProfessional development and study are encouraged and supported
* We offer a professional work environment filled with passionate, diverse and driven people
* We provide access to health and wellness programs for all staff
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