Foster Care Recruiter & Training Officer

• Deliver carer assessments, reviews and information exchanges across the Grafton
• Support recruitment and community engagement activities, including some weekend
• 4 days per week with WFH flexibility, pool car provided, plus full training

We are seeking a motivated and community-focused Carer Recruitment & Development Worker to join our team based in Grafton.

This role plays a key part in recruiting, assessing, and supporting carers to provide safe, nurturing homes for children and young people.

This is a 4-day-per-week role offering flexibility, training, and a mix of office, community, and home-based work.

About the role Based in the Grafton office, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality carer recruitment and development activities, working closely with carers, applicants and internal teams.

You will:

• Complete carer assessments, reviews, and information exchange sessions
• Support recruitment activities, including community events and occasional weekend engagement
• Maintain accurate records and assessment documentation
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support carer development and retention

The role offers flexibility, with:

• 1 day per week working from home (and up to 2 days when writing assessments)
• A pool car is provided for home visits, appointments, and recruitment events
• Training provided in Shared Lives, Step by Step and Winangay assessments

Key responsibilities

• Conduct carer reviews, assessments, and information exchanges
• Support recruitment and community engagement activities
• Complete assessment reports and compliance documentation
• Attend community events and recruitment activities (some weekends)
• Work within trauma-informed and culturally safe practice frameworks

About you You will bring:

• Experience in community services, OOHC, foster/kinship care or similar with transferable skills considered
• Strong written skills for completing assessments and reports
• Confidence in engaging with carers and community stakeholders
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally

Relevant qualifications and experience will be recognised in line with SCHADS Level 5.

What’s on offer

• SCHADS Award Level 5 (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Part-time role – 4 days per week
• Flexible work arrangements, including WFH
• Pool vehicle for work-related travel
• Comprehensive training and development
• Supportive, values-driven organisation