Key Assets Australia is a leading not-for-profit, children, family and community services agency founded in Australia in 2007. We provide foster carer and family services across all states, the ACT and Norfolk Island, with a purpose to achieve positive and lasting outcomes for children, families, and communities.
We pride ourselves on being inclusive and celebrate diversity within our communities, providing the best support possible.
A little about the role
We are looking for a proactive and passionate Social Worker to join the Key Assets West Australian Kununurra Team in the wonderful East Kimberley. In this rewarding role, you will be part of a collaborative and integrated team, working together to create positive and lasting outcomes for children and young people. With regular face‐to‐face visits and telephone calls, you will play a pivotal role in providing safe, nurturing, and high‐quality care within family settings.
Key responsibilities
* Provide regular support via telephone and supervisory visits to foster carers, including occasional unannounced visits.
* Monitor and review the suitability and competence of foster carers, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people.
* Ensure that the protection of children and the promotion of their welfare is given absolute priority in all activities and that critical incidents/allegations are recorded, investigated and acted upon appropriately.
* Work in partnership with a key care team to help identify any needs within the foster family such as respite, activities, therapy, holidays, and contribute to all relevant meetings.
The base salary for this position is $88,090.08 – $94,788.72 per annum (based on 1.0 FTE) plus super, vehicle or vehicle allowance, fuel card and salary packaging options up to $15,900 per annum. Remote and relocation allowances to be discussed. This is a full‐time permanent role.
About you
You will have substantial experience in a similar Social Worker role within the social and community services sector with evidence of a proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality, and promoting their positive development.
* Must hold a recognised Social Work Qualification.
* You have a sound knowledge of child protection procedures and the Code of Conduct for Foster Carers.
* You possess current knowledge of relevant legislation arising from the various Child Protection Legislation and Government initiatives and agendas across Western Australia.
* You are able to communicate simply and effectively – both verbally and written.
My Key Assets
Our people's health and wellbeing are at the core of our employee and client experience. All employee offerings are intentionally curated with care, allowing you to bring your best self to work, every day. Knowledge sharing, ongoing learning and development, engagement and recognition are key pillars in our culture and values.
* Work‐Life Balance: we support a hybrid approach to the future of work, with a flexible framework to accommodate team members wherever possible.
* Health and Wellbeing: we promote health and wellbeing for our people with discounted health insurance memberships, confidential counselling services and offer 5 weeks of annual leave after 2 years of continuous service.
* Professional Development: we provide digital eLearning, ongoing face‐to‐face training, and an online library. Your professional development is a top priority – you can also apply to our Annual Learning Fund for subsidised opportunities.
* Salary Packaging: part of your wage is paid tax‐free each pay, saving thousands in tax each year.
Fine print
* Successful candidates will be required to undergo a 395 Dept of Communities Check and hold a valid WWCC.
* Mandatory Full (not provisional) driver's licence as travel between sites is required.
Key Assets Australia is committed to Equal Opportunity, ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity and social inclusion. Key Assets is a Child Safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
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