Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People of all ages are stronglyencouraged to apply
REFOCUS is in the business of Redirecting andEmpowering Families by creating Opportunities through Culturally Unique andresponsive Services.
Our work is driven by a commitment to strengtheningfamilies, celebrating identity, and fostering resilience.
We do this by building genuine connections, valuingemotional intelligence, and taking a ground-up approach to understanding wheresupport is most needed for children and families.
Our services are shaped byreal-world experience and a deep respect for the communities we serve.
Over the past 15 years, we have supported more than20,000 community members across the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, Gympie, andCairns regions, delivering high-quality support across the Health, Community,and NDIS sectors.
We are powered by a dedicated team with more than 800 yearsof combined lived and professional experience, ensuring culturally safe, personcentred, knowledgeable, and effective care.
We are crafting a team of change-makers and we want you!
REFOCUS is seeking a Foster Care DevelopmentCoordinator to join our Foster Care Services team and help grow a diverse,skilled, and responsive foster care workforce.
This role sits within the Foster Care Recruitmentservice and is responsible for guiding prospective foster carers from theirinitial enquiry through to approval.
You will play a key role in strengtheningfamily-based care options for children and young people by recruiting,assessing, preparing, and supporting foster carers throughout their journey.
Working collaboratively with Child Safety, communityorganisations, referral partners, and internal teams, you will help ensurechildren and young people have access to safe,



nurturing, and culturallyresponsive care environments.
About the role
As a Foster Care Development Coordinator, you will:
Promotefoster care through community engagement activities, presentations, andrecruitment eventsDevelopstrong relationships with community organisations, businesses, andreferral partnersRespondto enquiries from prospective foster carers and support them through therecruitment processConductinitial screening, household safety assessments, and comprehensive fostercarer assessmentsPrepareevidence-based assessment reports and recommendationsDeliverpre-service training, orientation programs, and foster carer educationBuildthe knowledge, confidence, and capability of prospective carersCollaboratewith Child Safety, Placement Support Services, Kinship FindingPractitioners, and internal support teamsSupportculturally safe, strengths-based, and trauma-informed practiceMaintainaccurate documentation and contribute to service reporting and qualityimprovement activities
Pay and conditions
Hourly pay rates range from:
Level 1 PPT3 $***** per hour, up to Level 3 PPT4 $***** perhour
Classification level and pay rate are assessed anddetermined based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capability.
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who:




Ispassionate about improving outcomes for children and young people in careHasstrong community engagement and relationship-building skillsCanconfidently assess, interview, and support prospective foster carersIsan effective presenter, educator, and facilitatorDemonstratesexcellent organisational, communication, and report-writing skillsValuescultural safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementIscommitted to child-centred, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practice
Qualifications and experience
Tertiaryqualification in Social Work, Human Services, Behavioural Science,Community Services, or a related disciplineExperiencein child protection, out-of-home care, or related human servicesDemonstratedexperience in assessment, community engagement, workforce development, orsimilar fieldsExperiencedelivering presentations, education programs, or group facilitationStrongwritten communication and report-writing skills
Highly desirable:
Experiencerecruiting, assessing, or supporting foster carersKnowledgeof the Child Protection Act **** (Qld)Experienceworking with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Training and support
REFOCUS is committed to supporting professional growththrough ongoing supervision, mentoring, professional development opportunities,and reflective practice.
You will be supported by experienced leaders andpractitioners dedicated to building a solid foster care workforce acrossQueensland.
Additional requirements
CurrentWorking with Children Check (Blue Card)Criminalhistory checkAbilityto meet REFOCUS compliance and reporting requirementsCurrentQueensland Driver LicenceAbilityto work within the 10 Child Safe Standards
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Foster Care Development Coordinator - Gympie (Queensland)
🏢 REFOCUS
📍 Queensland