Manager, Foster Care

Job Description

2x full-time contracts to 30 June 2026 Based at either Christies Beach or the city with travel across metropolitan Adelaide Lead a Foster Care team to deliver an integrated, culturally capable, child focused, trauma informed suite of services that embeds a practice culture Work in a leading not for profit organisation! Who are we looking for? We are seeking two experienced Practice Leaders to join our Foster Care Services team. In this role, you will oversee strategic operations, program improvements, and respond to environmental changes in the child protection sector. You will have the opportunity to shape and influence practice both within your team and across the sector, while improving outcomes and creating meaningful opportunities for children and young people in care. The Central Manager , based at Gilbert Street, will oversee assessments and training for foster carers to ensure they are well-prepared and supported, while also managing the placement of children and young people and coordinating after-hours responses. The Southern Manager , based at Christies Beach, focuses on providing ongoing support to foster carers and children in care, enhancing their wellbeing and ensuring positive outcomes. This is a fantastic opportunity for a practice leader with a passion for improving the quality of outcomes for children and young people in care. What can you expect to be doing? Embed advocacy for a culturally inclusive and safe service response to all children, young people, and families. Ensure the service supports children and young people’s participation in decision-making and case planning. Understand and embed culturally informed processes that consider situations, activities, decisions, and outcomes from the perspective of each stakeholder’s cultural background. Seek and access learning and development opportunities to build capability in providing safe, nurturing, and culturally responsive services to First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse children, young people, and families. Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of processes and practices. Ensure the voice of lived experience, in critical decision-making and in driving continuous improvement. What do you need to bring? Degree level qualification in a Human Services discipline: Social Work, Community Services, Psychology, Allied Health. Leadership experience in child protection and out of home care services, and knowledge of child protection legislation, family violence sector, practices, and safeguards, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principles. Proven ability to work with First Nations communities, and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Newly Arrived, and emerging communities. Comprehensive understanding of trauma informed service responses. Who is AnglicareSA? As one of SA’s largest social services providers, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 50,000 people each year. Our 2000 employees, and 300+ volunteers support individuals, families, and communities, responding to their immediate needs and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life. We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity, and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives. What we offer: Flexible work arrangements: Design your work-life balance. This could include part-time work, compressed working weeks, and flexible working hours.* Competitive salary packaging: Take home more with tax-free benefits, including up to $15,899 per year and an additional $2,650 tax-free each year for meals and holidays. Paid parental leave: Get the support you need to start or grow your family, with superannuation contributions included. Discounted benefits: Enjoy savings on motor vehicles, gym memberships, health insurance, and more. Employee Assistance Program: Get confidential support for you and your family. Team culture: Join a diverse and supportive team focused on improving lives through collaborative efforts. *AnglicareSA offers a range of flexible working arrangements that are aimed at meeting your diverse needs and the different operating environments across AnglicareSA. The suitability of different arrangements will depend on your individual needs, the position you are applying for, and team and customer requirements. You are encouraged to discuss your needs during the application process. How to Apply: View the attached Job Description via the vacancy's application page on the AnglicareSA website for further details on the role requirements. If this sounds like you please click on Apply and submit your application! Please ensure to highlight in your application which position you are applying for. We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact Angela, Recruitment Business Partner at AnglicareSA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage all suitably qualified candidates apply. We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services. #J-18808-Ljbffr