Job Description

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Foster Care Development Coordinator

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Permanent Part Time

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Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply

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REFOCUS is in the business of Redirecting and Empowering Families by creating Opportunities through Culturally Unique and responsive Services. Our work is driven by a commitment to strengthening families, celebrating identity, and fostering resilience.

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We do this by building genuine connections, valuing emotional intelligence, and taking a ground-up approach to understanding where support is most needed for children and families. Our services are shaped by real-world experience and a deep respect for the communities we serve.

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Over the past 15 years , we have supported more than 20,000 community members across the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, Gympie, and Cairns regions, delivering high-quality support across the Health, Community, and NDIS sectors. We are powered by a dedicated team with more than 800 years of combined lived and professional experience, ensuring culturally safe, person centred, knowledgeable, and effective care.

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We are crafting a team of change-makers and we want you!

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REFOCUS is seeking a Foster Care Development Coordinator to join our Foster Care Services team and help grow a diverse, skilled, and responsive foster care workforce.

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This role sits within the Foster Care Recruitment service and is responsible for guiding prospective foster carers from their initial enquiry through to approval. You will play a key role in strengthening family-based care options for children and young people by recruiting, assessing, preparing, and supporting foster carers throughout their journey.

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Working collaboratively with Child Safety, community organisations, referral partners, and internal teams, you will help ensure children and young people have access to safe, nurturing, and culturally responsive care environments.

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About the role

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As a Foster Care Development Coordinator , you will:

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- Promote foster care through community engagement activities, presentations, and recruitment events
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- Develop strong relationships with community organisations, businesses, and referral partners
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- Respond to enquiries from prospective foster carers and support them through the recruitment process
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- Conduct initial screening, household safety assessments, and comprehensive foster carer assessments
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- Prepare evidence-based assessment reports and recommendations
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- Deliver pre-service training, orientation programs, and foster carer education
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- Build the knowledge, confidence, and capability of prospective carers
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- Collaborate with Child Safety, Placement Support Services, Kinship Finding Practitioners, and internal support teams
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- Support culturally safe, strengths-based, and trauma-informed practice
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- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to service reporting and quality improvement activities
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Pay and conditions

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Permanent part-time position

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Hourly pay rates range from:

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Level 1 PPT3 $30.90 per hour, up to Level 3 PPT4 $52.93 per hour

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Classification level and pay rate are assessed and determined based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capability.

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What we’re looking for

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We’re looking for someone who:

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- Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people in care
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- Has strong community engagement and relationship-building skills
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- Can confidently assess, interview, and support prospective foster carers
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- Is an effective presenter, educator, and facilitator
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- Demonstrates excellent organisational, communication, and report-writing skills
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- Values cultural safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
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- Is committed to child-centred, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practice
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Qualifications and experience

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- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Human Services, Behavioural Science, Community Services, or a related discipline
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- Experience in child protection, out-of-home care, or related human services
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- Demonstrated experience in assessment, community engagement, workforce development, or similar fields
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- Experience delivering presentations, education programs, or group facilitation
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- Solid written communication and report-writing skills
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Highly desirable:

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- Experience recruiting, assessing, or supporting foster carers
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- Knowledge of the Child Protection Act 1999 (Qld)
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- Experience in community development, marketing, or volunteer recruitment
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- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
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Training and support

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REFOCUS is committed to supporting professional growth through ongoing supervision, mentoring, professional development opportunities, and reflective practice. You will be supported by experienced leaders and practitioners dedicated to building a strong foster care workforce across Queensland.

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Additional requirements

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- Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
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- Criminal history check
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- Ability to meet REFOCUS compliance and reporting requirements
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- Current Queensland Driver Licence
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- Ability to work within the 10 Child Safe Standards
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How to apply

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To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

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📌 Foster Care Development Coordinator - Gympie (The Dawn)
🏢 REFOCUS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services
📍 The Dawn