CareerPlan

Therapeutic Residential Carer. Casual- Darwin

Darwin, Northern TerritoryFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22

Core

Partner with children, young people, and families involved with or at risk of the child protection system to support their growth, healing, and thriving.

Role type

Therapeutic Residential Carer

Builds

Safe, supportive residential environments for children and young people

Domain

Child protection and youth welfare

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

active engagement, role modeling, family relationship facilitation, decision-making support, life skills development

Preferred skills

relevant Certificate IV or Diploma qualification, unrestricted driver's license, first aid and CPR certification

Technologies

none

Responsibilities

Form and maintain professional, nurturing relationships with children and young people; Act as an appropriate adult role model; Support family involvement and visits; Encourage positive peer relationships; Assist children in making decisions about activities

Seniority

Entry-level to mid-level, hands-on care