Residential Care Worker

Are you ready to make a difference to the lives of children and young people? 

Centacare Catholic Country SA are seeking applications from passionate individuals to provide care and support to children and young people who are under the guardianship of the Chief Executive of the Department for Child Protection.

There are multiple casual and part time positions based in Port Lincoln and Whyalla that involve day, night and weekend work.  

About Us 

At Centacare Catholic Country SA, we are committed to service excellence, we will strive to build safe, sustainable, vibrant, innovative and engaged communities in the regions we serve.

We employ approximately 150 staff across our regional footprint, with offices located in Coober Pedy, Ceduna, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie and Whyalla.  

We support people in the areas of family, youth and children, health and well-being, education and training, homelessness and domestic violence.

We are an inclusive, child safe and a quality accredited organisation.

About the Position

The Supported Residential Care Service provides 24/7 accommodation and quality care facilities for Children and Young People who are under the guardianship of the Chief Executive of the Department for Child Protection.

As a Residential Care Worker, you will ensure that children and young people in care are provided with consistent, safe, secure and supportive living, learning and social environment.  

We have multiple part time and casual positions available in Port Lincoln, and Whyalla South Australia. 

Benefits

• Remuneration is Level 2 of the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010.  Hourly rate starts at $32.21 plus applicable loading and penalty rates
• Salary Sacrifice of up to $15,899 available
• Support to complete the nationally accredited qualification ‘Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention’
• Mentoring and supervision to build your confidence and develop your skills 
• Additional leave provisions available
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Generous access to our external Employee Assistance Program provider 

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or Certificate IV in Community Services Work or be willing to obtain this qualification within 12 months of starting the role. Other qualifications as listed in Appendix 1 of the Department for Child Protection Minimum Qualification Requirements will also be accepted. Centacare will support the right person to complete a suitable qualification.
• Experience in working with families and/or children
• Knowledge and understanding of Child Safe Environments, Mandated Reporting and basic child development principles, childcare principles and family dynamics
• Effective negotiation and communication skills in managing challenging and confronting situations and behaviours
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and organise a workload accordingly.
• Good level of ability in using Information Technology and Microsoft Office programs

Requirements of the role:

• Undergo a Psychological Suitability Assessment *
• Obtain a DHS Working With Children Check (we will support this process) *
• Obtain a National Criminal History Check (Police clearance) *
• Complete a qualification ‘Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention’ within 12 months of appointment if they do not already hold a suitable qualification 
• Work shifts including days, nights, weekends and public holidays

* Preferred candidates will be supported through these processes

Centacare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value an inclusive workplace and recognise that diversity within our workforce allows us to better support our clients and communities. If you are a person living with a disability, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, part of the LGBTIQA+ community, come from a culturally diverse group, or have lived experience, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply and for further information please visit www.cccsa.org.au/careers and request a copy of the Position Identification Document on the role.

The application process will be outlined in the Position Identification Document which must include the following documentation:

• Cover letter 
• Copy of your resume 
• Response to the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Identification Document)
• Contact details of professional referees 

Please note: Applications must be submitted via email to *********@cccsa.org.au with all required documents in order to be considered for the position. 

Applications cannot be accepted through any other platforms.   

Applications that do not address the Selection Criteria will not be considered. 

For further information on the role, please contact Cass Mills, Program Lead on 8645 8233 or email ******@cccsa.org.au.

For further information on the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources on 8644 2020 or email *********@cccsa.org.au.

APPLY TODAY! Please note applications are considered on an ongoing basis and therefore we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.