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About The Role

Challenge Community Services is seeking a dedicated Caseworker to join our Foster Care team. Reporting to the Manager Casework, you will provide case management for children and young people in Out of Home Care (OOHC), ensuring their safety, wellbeing and permanency outcomes are the priority.

This role involves working closely with children, families, foster carers and external stakeholders to achieve stable, positive outcomes. Participation in an on-call roster and occasional after-hours work is required.

Advantages

SCHAD’s Award Level 3 Pay rates from $38.65 - $41.45Salary packaging + meal/entertainment card (if eligible)Flexible roster with shift work, weekends, public holidays & sleepoversOption to purchase extra annual leave (if eligible)Fitness Passport access for you & family (eligibility criteria applies)Ongoing training & professional developmentAnnual flu vaccination

Duties

Manage foster care placements and deliver effective case managementDevelop and review case plans in line with court orders and permanency goalsMonitor placements to ensure safety and stabilityFacilitate case meetings and maintain accurate recordsSupport and guide foster carersPromote family engagement and positive contact arrangementsDevelop Cultural Support Plans where requiredComplete reports and documentation within required timeframesLiaise with key stakeholders including NSW Department of Communities and JusticeParticipate in the on-call roster





Essential

Skills and Experience:

Experience in case management within Human Services (e.g. OOHC, Disability, Aged Care)Strong communication and report writing skillsAbility to manage multiple cases and meet deadlinesWell-developed organisational skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCurrent Working With Children Check and satisfactory criminal recordCurrent driver’s licence and comprehensively insured vehicle

Desirable

Knowledge of relevant NSW child protection legislation and standards

About Us

For over 65 years, Challenge Community Services has been empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We provide disability accommodation, foster care, allied health, and supported employment services – all with a focus on inclusion and respect.

How To Apply

When applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and address the key selection criteria as part of your application.

To apply and view the Position Description please click on the 'apply now' button below or visit our website: www.challengecommunity.org.au

Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Monique Cacic via email [email protected] OR Danielle Ghilardi via email [email protected]

Closing Date - 17th July 2026

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