Permanency Support Program - Caseworker

Job description

The Permanency Support Program (PSP) in Metro Sydney offers a range of foster care and therapeutic care services designed to support children and young people in out-of-home care. Position Purpose: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Caseworker to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering effective case work services to children and young people in Out-of-Home-Care and Permanency Support Programs. You will also support and develop carers and assist in the recruitment of foster and kinship carers. This is a full-time position (38 hours) 12-month maternity leave contract reporting to the PSP co-ordinator Primary Objectives: - Ensure children and young people in Out-of-Home-Care and Permanency Support Programs receive services that meet their needs. - Support foster and kinship carers in providing high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes. - Establish collaborative relationships with a variety of specialist and mainstream services. - Develop strong partnerships with Aboriginal and CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) agencies. Key Responsibilities: - Manage a case load effectively and meet individual targets. - Develop, implement, and...