Placement Support Officer

Job description

Your Opportunity Support Stronger Futures for Children – Join Our Dedicated Team Townsville Aboriginal and Islander Health Services (TAIHS) is committed to strengthening the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, and communities. We are currently seeking compassionate and detail-oriented Placement Support Officers (PSO) to support our Foster and Kinship Care Program. In this vital role, you will be responsible for the ongoing monitoring and management of quality foster and kinship care placements. You will work closely with carers to ensure placements are safe, supportive, and meet the Standards of Care as outlined in the Child Protection Act 1999, while aligning with TAIHS’s service model and agreement obligations. Your work will help provide stability and culturally appropriate care for children and young people in our community. The positions are full time fixed term up to 30 June 2027. Your Contribution: The Placement Support Officer is responsible for delivering direct support to children, young people, and Carers within the Family-Based Care Services Investment Specification framework. This role involves working closely with prospective and app...