Intensive Placement Support Worker

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Recruitment and Onboarding Officer | Providing hiring managers advice on how they can find the right staff that fits their requirements.

97,689 p / a + super + salary sacrifice

Full time -Fixed Term

About the role :

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young lives? We're looking for a dedicated Intensive Placement Support Worker to support children and young people in our Intensive Foster Care Program based in Gladstone. These young people often face complex and high-level needs, and your role will be vital in helping them thrive.

You'll work closely with a committed care team to deliver tailored therapeutic support, help develop behaviour management strategies, and empower Carers with the tools they need to provide consistent, trauma-informed care.

What will a typical day look like?

• Support foster carers and children through personalised guidance, training, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with care teams and stakeholders to ensure stable, therapeutic placements.
• Assess and respond to the needs of children, young people, and carers using observation and evaluation skills.
• Participate in carer inductions, development planning, and a shared on-call support roster.
• Maintain high standards in documentation, compliance, and up-to-date knowledge of care practices and legislation.

Mandatory Requirements :

Who we are :

Our truly local team of professionals have worked with people in Central Queensland for over 40 years to support them in living their best life. AnglicareCQ is a not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation – and we give effect to that purpose through our staff. We endeavour to make the most ordinary things extraordinary – simply by doing them with the right people.

AnglicareCQ offers a diverse scope of interdependent and inter-related career paths which enables staff mobility and growth. Careers with AnglicareCQ are from a wide range of disciplines including leadership, community services, child protection, housing, and support services. We serve communities in and around Rockhampton, the Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Biloela, Moura, Blackwater, Emerald, Barcaldine, and Longreach.

What you will bring to the role :

Other Requirements :

What are the benefits of working for AnglicareCQ?

We have a common purpose throughout our organisationto serve the people of Central Queensland, to help themlive their best life. AnglicareCQ offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful employment and be part of a holistic team that supports people in our local communities.

How to apply

If you're drive by purpose and want your work to directly change lives for the better, please submit your resume and covering letter (no longer than 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications should be submitted by 8am, Wednesday, 2 July 2025

Have questions? Call or email our Recruitment and Onboarding Officer - Mikiellie Newman to learn more :

07) 4837 5393

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