About The RoleThis is a part-time (28 hours week), 18month contract opportunity (with the view to extend), where you can be based at any PSP site across NSW including; Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, North Parramatta or Dubbo.Whilst the position will be based at one of the above sites across NSW, this is a statewide role where you will be supporting carers across NSW.
There will be an occasional need for travel across the state.We're looking for someone who's not just passionate about supporting carers—but someone who knows how to find the right people to care for children who need it most.
As a Carer Engagement and Support Consultant, you'll be right at the heart of building, supporting, and sustaining a solid network of foster carers.This isn't just a desk job.
You'll be out in the community, assessing and connecting with potential carers, delivering training, helping navigate challenges, and walking alongside carers as they support some of the most vulnerable children and young people.About You In The RoleAs part of Uniting's Carer Engagement and Support team, you'll play a vital role in foster carer recruitment and engagement, ensuring that children and young people are matched with capable, nurturing carers.Recruit, assess and onboard new carersSupport and mentor existing carers, including through allegations and complaintsDeliver foster carer training, reviews and development plansCollaborate with Caseworkers to support children and young peopleRepresent Uniting in the community and raise awareness of child safetyParticipate in regular team and clinical supervision meetingsYou'll be part of a warm, committed team, supported with clinical supervision, statewide forums, and professional development opportunities.About YouYou're confident, compassionate, and proactive.
You understand the importance of finding and keeping the right carers, and you thrive in a role that blends autonomy with collaboration.
You're comfortable working in homes, at events, and in tough conversations—and you bring energy,



humour and resilience to everything you do.Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences or related fieldExcellent written, verbal and organisational skillsExperience supporting venerable peopleCarer assessment experience or willingness to obtain Step-by-Step Assessor accreditationDriver's Licence and willingness to travel when requiredGroup facilitation or training delivery skills (essential)Warm, flexible and emotionally resilient natureEven BetterDemonstrable assessment skillsAccreditation in the Step by Step assessment tool (highly desirable)You may be a person with child protection experienceA person who has worked with children, youth or familiesA person who has conducted assessments in a non-child related field of workWhy Join UsAt Uniting, You'll Join a Purpose-led, Inclusive Team Committed To Supporting Children, Families And Carers Every Step Of The Way.
We OfferGenerous salary packagingFitness Passport & wellbeing programsCareer development and trainingA values-led, people-focused cultureURewards employee discountsAbout UnitingUniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care.
We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.Empowered by DiversityAt Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value – it's how we work.
Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues and the clients and communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.Closing date: 11:55pm, Tuesday 18th August ****Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.
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📌 Carer Engagement And Support Consultant (Foster Carer Recruitment Andassessment) (Dubbo)
🏢 Uniting
📍 Dubbo