Permanency Support Worker

  • 1 x Full Time Position
  • Nowra or Batemans Bay

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
8th May 2025

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Permanency Support Worker (Out Of Home Care Caseworker) is responsible for achieving the best possible outcomes for Aboriginal children and young people case managed by SCMSAC’s Out of Home Care Program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services or related fields or a willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal communities, families and children specifically in relation to the placement of Aboriginal children and young people in care.
• Experience working within a case management model.
• 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 Microsoft Office applications, clinical record and data management systems.
• Ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders, including funding bodies, peak bodies and other agencies.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Children and Young Person (Care and Protection) Act 1998 and the ability to develop an understanding of the NSW Children’s Guardian OOHC Standards.
• Effective time management skills and capacity to prioritise competing demands.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to exercise these in a team environment.
• Effective conflict resolutions skills and demonstrated ability to have difficult conversations.
• Willingness to consent to have probity information entered into the Residential Care Workers Register.
• Working with Children Check, Working with Vulnerable People Registration and National Police Check.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

    REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL VACANCIES

    Applications must address the key competencies (selection criteria): For an Information Package containing position description, selection criteria and an employment application, please download above or contact Human Resources via email hr@southcoastams.org.au or call 02 4448 0200.

    Preferred applicants will also be required to undergo a National Police Check and obtain a new paid employee Working with Children Check (as required by the Act) prior to appointment with South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation.

    Salary will be in accordance with the South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation Enterprise Agreement 2022-2025.