Make a real difference in our community.

At South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation (SCMSAC), you’ll be part of a culturally safe, inclusive, and values-driven team making meaningful change across communities in the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Far South Coast, and Goulburn regions. We're a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering holistic health, wellbeing, and family services. While many of our programs and services are designed specifically for Aboriginal children and families, some of our teams also work with and support the broader community. Cultural connection is at the heart of everything we do, shaping how we support families, strengthen communities, and inspire future generations.

Work with purpose, in a location you love, with an organisation that makes a difference.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Intake, Carer Recruitment and Support Worker. In this role you will be

responsible for the intake and assessment of child or young person (CYP) referrals. Government and non-government agents, clients, community

The Intake, Carer Recruitment and Support Worker recruits, assesses and supports Foster Carers to maintain safe, nurturing placements that meets the needs of CYPs in their care.

key responsibilities

• Conduct Carer Assessments and Annual Carer reviews
• Conduct bimonthly Carer Support and supervision visits and/or phone support
• Carry out probity checks
• Undertake home safety checks
• Monitor psintake email to repond to the intake of information, boardcasts and other networking emails
• Assist with planning and preparation of quarterly Carer meetings
• Assist with the coordination and planning of Carer training
• Facilitate Carer morning teas
• Assist with the distribution of Carer Newsletters
• Participate in rotational on call roster

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Cert IV in Community Services or related fields, or willingness to obtain.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, families and communities.
• Proficiency in report writing and demonstrated ability to develop, organise and maintain records and reports in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency, including the use of all Microsoft Office applications, clinical record and data management systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal communities, families and children - specifically regarding the placement of Aboriginal children and young people in out of home care.
• Ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders, including funding bodies, peak bodies and other agencies.
• Working knowledge of the local and regional service networks.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills with the ability to exercise these in a team environment.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Effective conflict resolutions skills, negotiation, mediation, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Children and Young Person (Care and Protection) Act 1998.
• Current knowledge of the NSW Children’s Guardian OOHC Standards and accreditation processes.
• Willingness to consent to have probity information entered onto the Residential Care Workers Register
• Current Working with Children Check, Working with Vulnerable People Registration and National Police Check.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

Desirable

• Aboriginality*
• Previous experience working with Foster Carers