Foster and Kinship Care Case Manager

Foster and Kinship Care Case Manager
Pay: $90,000 + super
Location: Ipswich, QLD
Employment Type: Full-time

Tradewind Australia is partnering with a well-established community services organisation in the Ipswich region to recruit a dedicated Foster and Kinship Care Case Practitioner. This is a full-time opportunity to support children and young people, working within a culturally informed, trauma-aware framework alongside a supportive and values-driven team.

About the Role
As a Foster and Kinship Care Case Manager, you will work closely with foster and kinship carers to ensure children and young people are safe, supported, and connected to their culture and community. This role combines carer recruitment, assessment, training and ongoing case support, with a strong focus on placement stability and positive outcomes.

You'll collaborate with families, community stakeholders and Child Safety, applying a culturally safe, trauma-informed and strengths-based approach across all aspects of your work.

Benefits:

• Salary circa $90,000 + super
• Full-time, Monday to Friday (no weekends)
• Ongoing supervision, mentoring and professional development
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive leadership and team environment
  
  Key Responsibilities
• Recruit, assess and onboard foster and kinship carers, including running information sessions
• Deliver training and ongoing support to carers to build capability and confidence
• Provide end-to-end case management support, including supervision and advocacy for carers
• Monitor placements and work with stakeholders to ensure safe, stable care arrangements
• Contribute to case planning, including reunification and permanency planning
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports and compliance documentation
• Apply the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principle (ATSICPP) in practice
• Build strong relationships with community, including Elders and cultural advisors
• Participate in reflective practice, supervision and continuous improvement
  
  What You'll Bring
  Essential
• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology or related field
• Minimum 2 years' experience in child protection, out-of-home care or family support
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed and culturally safe practice
• Knowledge of Queensland child protection legislation and frameworks
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and documentation skills
• Current Driver's Licence, Blue Card and relevant checks
  
  Desirable
• Experience supporting foster and kinship carers
• Confidence delivering training or group facilitation
• Experience in placement matching and care planning
  
  About Tradewind Australia
  Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency, recognised nationally for delivering exceptional candidate experience across the education, social and community services sectors.
  We partner with leading organisations across Australia to connect skilled professionals with roles that align with their values, strengths and long-term career goals.
  
  What sets Tradewind apart:
• Winner of multiple Candidate Experience Awards
• Specialist consultants with deep sector expertise
• Tailored support throughout the entire recruitment process
• Insight into organisational culture, leadership and role expectations
• Transparent communication and ongoing post-placement care
  
  We focus on supporting people, not just filling jobs.
  
  Apply Now
  If you're an experienced practitioner passionate about supporting children in care and strengthening foster and kinship placements, we'd love to hear from you.
  Please apply today with your CV and a short cover letter or contact Melissa.Jacquier@twrecruitment.com.au or on 1800 572 358 for more information.
  
  Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity
  Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.