Permanency Support Worker

The Role

Permanency Support Workers are vital members of the Permanency Support Program, reporting to the Team Leader and working collaboratively with Case Managers and Clinical staff to achieve safe, stable and sustainable permanent placements for children and young people.

In this role, you will work directly with children, young people, siblings, foster carers, birth families and significant others to strengthen placement stability and support positive outcomes.

This is a part-time position (minimum 40 hours per fortnight) that can be based in either Canberra or Goulburn. The successful applicant will work across both locations, with regular travel between sites as a core requirement of the role. A vehicle will be provided for all work-related travel.

In this role, you will:

• Build positive, therapeutic relationships with children, young people and their families through face-to-face engagement.
• Provide practical in-home parenting support to strengthen skills, confidence and family functioning.
• Support family time and contribute to achieving safe, stable and sustainable placements.
• Transport children, young people and families to appointments, visits and other activities as required.
• Deliver flexible support in home, community and other outreach settings to meet individual family needs.

Shifts will occur both within and outside core business hours, including critical transition times in the afternoon and evening. Availability on Saturdays is essential.

About You

You are a compassionate and resilient professional who is committed to supporting children, young people and families within a child protection framework. You understand the importance of safe, stable placements and bring both practical skills and a collaborative approach to your work.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Certificate IV in Community Services (or working towards), a social work related qualification, or relevant demonstrated experience.
• Knowledge of the indicators of child abuse and a willingness to work within a legislated child protection environment
• A current ACT Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration and NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) as required
• A Full Unrestricted Driver’s Licence (P1/P2 may be negotiated)
• Eligibility to be added to the Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG) Residential Care Workers Register (RCWR) at the time of reference check
• A satisfactory National Criminal History Check outcome and driving history

Please note: Successful applicants will be required to provide a current National Criminal History Check with a satisfactory outcome and provide a driving history check (all years) prior to commencement.

Key Attributes:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong conflict resolution and assertiveness skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Sound problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

• Competence with computers and database systems

• Empathy, resilience, and self-care awareness

• Ability to maintain professional boundaries

• Attention to detailed record-keeping

• Commitment to trauma-informed and non-judgmental, inclusive practice

About Us

Marymead CatholicCare is the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. Our mission is to provide quality services to people by promoting healthy, inclusive communities through relationships, partnerships and collaboration while adhering to our values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Care & Compassion and Inclusivity. 

Why Join Us?

If you are seeking a purposeful role where your work contributes directly to improving the lives of others, this is an excellent opportunity. We are looking for dedicated individuals who are committed to supporting the community across a range of service areas.

What We Offer:

• Attractive salary packaging benefits to enhance your earnings
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A workplace that values balance and family-friendly practices
• Join a team that makes a meaningful impact.
• Certified Great Place to Work

How to Apply

* Submit an updated resume

* Provide a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing all listed requirements.

Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Closing Date – 11 August 2026

Marymead CatholicCare has a commitment to child safeguarding and zero tolerance to child abuse. Marymead CatholicCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.