Residential Care Supervisor

• 2 Vacancies Available:
  • Full-Time and Permanent
  • Full-Time, Fixed-Term for 6 Months (parental leave)* 
• Adelaide CBD-based, with significant travel to placements
• Competitive Remuneration + Super
• Continuous Professional Development

HenderCare Foundation is currently looking for a Residential Care Supervisor to join our growing team!

Our commitment to delivering quality care and safe, nurturing, and stable environments to children and young people under the guardianship or custody of the Department for Child Protection is paramount to the HenderCare Foundation. 

The team is engaging, collaborative, and supportive to ensure you’re able to reach your full potential. You’ll work alongside colleagues who have extensive industry experience and with supportive management who are dedicated to your development and success in the role.

Take your next step with HenderCare.

Reporting to the Residential Care Manager, you will oversee the operations of the Residential Care placements within your region, provide dedicated and in-depth supervision to the Team Leaders reporting to you, and support the delivery of high-quality therapeutic care services and ensure that every child or young person placed into the care of the Foundation feels safe, nurtured, and is heard.

You will also:

• Conduct on-site orientation and induction of care teams in licensed Children’s Residential Care Facilities.
• Provide oversight of the development of care teams, including training, supervision and the development of Personal Development Plans (PDPs).
• Support the coordination of ongoing rosters. 
• Assist in the management and reporting of risks and concerns to relevant reporting bodies.
• Monitor and report on residential services, including budgets and records, to management.
• Provide and maintain safe work environments as required by both policy and legislation.

*The fixed-term vacancy is for parental leave backfill purposes, and the incumbent has the right to return to their position.

We are looking for engaging, energetic, and passionate people who show a strong commitment to the overall support of children and young people. Showing initiative and being confident in your own skills and abilities will allow you to thrive in what can be a challenging environment. Lead with openness, integrity, and equity to ensure you’re providing your care teams with dedicated support and opportunities for growth and development.

You will also bring:

• At least 2 years experience in the delivery of Residential Care services.
• Sound knowledge of the child protection system in South Australia 
• Experience in working with children and young people to address the impacts of trauma. 
• Strong coordination and leadership skills to manage and resolve conflicts and issues.

• A Certificate IV Child Youth and Family Intervention or Certificate IV Disability or equivalent. 
• Relevant clearances (NPC, WWCC, NDIS) or willing to obtain.
• Hold a current South Australian Driver’s License P2 or above.
• Own a fully registered private vehicle in South Australia, capable of passing an RAA Roadworthiness Report, with Comprehensive Insurance.
  • You'll also receive a paid allowance of $0.96 per kilometre accrued during work hours.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. 

Get in touch for more information | *******@hendercare.com.au

At HenderCare, we pride ourselves on the high-quality care and support we offer to people living with a disability, people in the acute healthcare sector, children and young people, and our older Australians. Our mission is to give our all for health and community care, with our clients at the forefront of all that we do – enhancing their lives and assisting them to achieve their goals and improve their well-being.

We recognise that our greatest contribution to enhancing the lives of our clients is the investment in talented, caring, and passionate people. We champion diversity and equality, foster a culture of respect and support, and provide growth and developmental opportunities for you to reach your full potential throughout your career.

So, why work at HenderCare?

• Competitive salary
• Inclusive and supportive leadership
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities 
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing services and corporate discount packages
• Work-life balance and flexible arrangements

HenderCare is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional and safe working environment with a zero-tolerance approach to sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, and harassment. We value Australia's diversity and seek to improve equal and equitable opportunities for all employees and prospective candidates, regardless of race, age, gender, sex, abilities, culture, language, and socio-economic background. 

We are committed to fostering a work environment that respects and pays tribute to the rich history and culture of our First Nations People. Through our combined efforts in Closing the Gap, we aim to provide valuable employment for our First Nations peoples and encourage their contribution to our workforce.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and would like to apply for this exciting opportunity? You will need to:

• Update your profile and apply on SEEK only.
• Attach a current Resume/CV.
• Include a Cover Letter (2 pages max).

We are actively looking to fill this role and reserve the right to shortlist and interview applicants whilst this advertisement is open; therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Applications close on Monday, 25 March at 12:00 pm

Please do not e-mail your applications.