abrs

abrs delivers Permanent Recruitment for the social care sector across NSW and the ACT, operating since 2003 as Australia’s only recruitment agency owned by a charity, with all net revenue returned to Barnardos Australia programs.

• Recruits case workers, youth workers, residential and disability support workers, team leaders, program managers and department heads across children and families, vulnerable adults, disability and aged care services.
• Also places allied and mental health professionals, including occupational therapists, speech pathologists, physiotherapists, counsellors and psychologists, alongside office and business support roles.
• Client work includes the Office of the Children’s Guardian, an Aboriginal community controlled organisation and an exclusive partnership with Community Action for Better Living on Targeted Early Intervention Program roles.
• Named a finalist in the 2025 RCSA Industry Awards for Excellence in Social Purpose, operating from headquarters at Bay Street, Ultimo in Sydney.

Best for: not-for-profits, NGOs and government agencies in NSW and the ACT hiring permanent social care staff while directing recruitment spend back into children’s charity programs.

abrs provides Temporary and Contract Recruitment for social care, allied health and government clients across NSW and the ACT, operating under the Barnardos Australia charity since 2003.

• Filled four of five contract Risk Assessment Officer roles for the Office of the Children’s Guardian within three weeks, with the fifth placed shortly after.
• Screens candidates through written assessments and completes a structured client briefing within one week before presenting shortlists.
• Places temporary and contract staff across children and families, disability, aged care and vulnerable adult services.

Best for: government and community organisations in NSW and the ACT needing contract staff placed quickly.