Case Worker, Sanctuary Care

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

To conduct intake assessments on the suitability of case referrals for Sanctuary Care.
To conduct regular home visits and support placement to ensure the placement can safeguard and promote the child’s safety, stability, and well-being.
To assess how the respite child is doing in respite care and the respite carer’s capability to meet the child’s needs.
To identify at-risk situations and develop strategies and intervention plans to address child safety issues and well-being.
To work with referral sources and natural parents on the child’s reintegration plans.
To prepare and submit case reports punctually.
To meet regularly with the supervisor to assess case progress and programme outcome/effectiveness.
To conduct in-depth assessment and prepare Respite Carer Assessment Reports (RCAR), present findings at the Approving Panel and follow up on decisions and recommendations.
To plan and execute the monthly half-day weekend programme as per duty schedule.
To organise and participate in roadshows to recruit respite carers and volunteers.
To organise and participate in community outreach programmes/campaigns.
To provide a 24-hour hotline for respite carers per duty schedule and follow up on outcomes.