Full time permanent position in Liverpool - available due to promotion Above award rates & mobile toolsAttract, select and support the most amazing foster carersEveryone’s situation is unique. So, when we’re called upon to help, our individual approach is what has set The Benevolent Society apart since 1813. Foster carers are amazing. For the children we support through our Out Of Home Care (OOHC) program we want to find, select and support the most amazing foster carers.About this role As our Foster Carer Assessor, you will build and strengthen our pool of committed foster carers through effective recruitment strategies, rigorous assessment, coaching, and training. Not only will you bring the best foster carers along for the journey, you will create positive engagement experiences and support them in the valuable work they do.Your new team:As part of our larger OOHC team, you will work with Foster Carers Assessors, Case Workers, Psychologists, Speech Pathologist, Senior Practitioner and Team Leader.You will enjoy on the job training and support from your committed team. When you join your buddy will help you find your feet.Some of our benefits:Above award rates - covered by our Enterprise Agreement$15,900 tax free salary packaging availableMobile, tablet & the support to work flexibility Novated leases & pool cars availableOn the job training Monthly accrued day off What you need to succeed?As an experienced Social Worker, Psychologist, Case Manager or similar you will haveExperience conducting comprehensive assessments (experience using Step by Step would be an advantage)Strong analytical skills, including the ability to see or hear that little piece of information or inconsistency that would determine suitability for foster carersComfortable having tough conversations in a sensitive and appropriate wayCapacity to engage with people from all walks of life and adapt to changing circumstancesA relevant tertiary qualification and current driver’s license (pool cars are available)Be available for evening and weekend work – sometimes they’re the only times our potential foster carer’s have to catch up!Are you ready to shape your next chapter? Apply below today!Call Samantha Baker on 0466 735 007 for a confidential discussion. Closing date 13 February 2018.Internally this role is called a Child & Family Practitioner.Position Profile 65000AUDAustralia - NSWSydneySouth West & M5 CorridorLiverpool2170