Senior Child Youth & Family Support Worker. Permanent Full Time - Alice Springs
Core
Provide day-to-day care, supervision, and support to children and young people in a residential setting, fostering a safe and therapeutic home environment.
Role type
Senior Child, Youth & Family Support Worker (Residential Care)
Builds
Residential care services for children and young people with complex needs
Domain
Social Services / Child Welfare / Residential Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Trauma-informed care, child development knowledge, daily routine management, household task completion, documentation, team mentoring, legislation compliance
Preferred skills
Experience with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, experience with disability or mental health needs
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day care and supervision including personal care, meals, and activities; Support children in decision-making and community engagement; Build supportive relationships with children, families, and stakeholders; Mentor team members on trauma-informed practice; Complete case notes, daily reports, and compliance records; Maintain safe home environment through household tasks; Attend team and Care Team meetings; Perform House Manager duties during leave or training.