Casual Temporary Entry to Intermediate

Posted 01 Oct 2026

Description About the Role:

Challenge Foster Care, part ofChallenge Community Services, is seeking a compassionate and professional Supervised Contact Worker to organise and supervise family and sibling contact for children and young people in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC).

SCHAD's Award Level 2 Pay rates from $36.22-$39.53 (base rate) or $45.28 - $49.41 (casual rate)

Flexible hours

Fitness Passport access for you and your family (eligibility criteria applies)

Training and career development opportunities

Real job satisfaction- make a difference every day

Safety and Wellbeing support via Sonder

Duties:

Organise and supervise family and sibling contact visits for children in OOHC

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people during all contact

Provide emotional support to children and young people before, during and after contact

Maintain professional, appropriate communication with carers and birth families

Complete accurate, objective and timely written contact reports

Adhere to all relevant legislation, policies and child protection standards

Maintain confidentiality at all times

Participate in team meetings and relevant training

Ensure contact environments are safe and compliant with WHS requirements

Skills and Experience:

Experience working with children and families in complex situations

Strong analytical, interpersonal and written communication skills

Ability to manage and supervise complex family and sibling contact autonomously

High-level negotiation and mediation skills

Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and organisational needs

Demonstrated ability to produce accurate,



factual and high-quality written reports

Competent in Microsoft Office

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Empathy and commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people

Driver's Licence, Working With Children Check, and NSW NDIS Worker Screening Check

Ability to pass a National Criminal History Check

Access to a personal vehicle for work use, if required

Ability to work both weekdays and weekends

Qualifications in Human Services (Certificate IV or Diploma in Community Services or related field)

About Us:

Since 1958, Challenge Community Services has been supporting people, strengthening communities and creating opportunities across regional New South Wales and South East Queensland.

We provide disability services, foster care, allied health and social enterprise opportunities that empower people to live their best lives.

Our work is driven by a simple belief: everyone deserves the opportunity to belong, grow and thrive. Every role at Challenge Community Services contributes to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and communities we support.

Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Emma Mason via email -

Closing Date - 23rd October 2026

Company Overview At Challenge Community Services, we're committed to creating opportunities, strengthening communities and supporting people to live their best lives across regional New South Wales and South East Queensland. Through disability services, foster care, allied health and social enterprise, we help individuals and families achieve meaningful outcomes. Our culture is built on genuine care, mutual respect and a shared belief that working together creates lasting impact.

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