Working within a therapeutic framework, we support and teach new coping skills to Children and Young People in care who have experienced trauma, abuse and /or neglect and aim to facilitate transition into other alternative care options.

The House Supervisor is responsible for coordinating day to day operations of our exciting new Residential Care Service. This includes:

Ensuring therapeutic interventions and routines are implemented to provide a consistent, safe, secure, and supportive living and learning environment for the Children/young People residing in the Residential Care House.

Working pro-actively and responsively, providing therapeutic and practical support that will contribute to quality outcomes for Children and Young People.

Providing effective support and therapeutic guidance to Residential Care Workers.

Maintaining a Child Focused Practice at all times.

Why Join Us

You will have access to:

Salary packaging and salary sacrificing option of up to $15,899 which will significantly increase your take home pay

Salary packaging cards for meal and entertainment benefits and other generous discounts available

Additional leave provisions

Fantastic professional and career development opportunities

A generous external Employee Assistance Program

An inclusive, supportive and passionate team in a growing organisation

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.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

Degree level qualification in Social Work and/or related Human Service qualification (current students working towards qualifications are also encouraged to apply).

Knowledge of the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 and Charter of Rights for Children and Young People.

Knowledge and ability to apply relevant theories and therapeutic practices relating to trauma and attachment for children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse and/or neglect.

Demonstrated ability to support the implementation of therapeutic and approved processes and systems that support staff within their role.

Experience working autonomously with minimal supervision.

Effective negotiation and communication skills, and ability to manage and respond to challenging and confronting situations and behaviours with flexibility.

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and organise workload accordingly.

High level of ability in using Information Technology and Microsoft Office programs.

Requirements of the role:

Suitable outcome of a Psychological Suitability Assessment

Hold (or willingness to obtain) a current DHS Working With Children Check *

Hold (or a willingness to obtain) a National Criminal History Record Check (Police Check) *

Hold a current South Australian Driver’s License (minimum Provisional License)

* Preferred candidates will be supported through these processes

Further Information

For more information on the position, visit www.cccsa.org.au/careers/vacancies and request a copy of the Position Identification Document for further information on the role.

To apply for this role, please submit your application via email to [email protected].

All applications 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 three professional referees

For more information on the recruitment process refer to our guide here.

Please contact Human Resources on (08) 8644 2020 or email [email protected] if you require further information, assistance or support with the recruitment process.

Applications close 9.00am Tuesday, 22 April 2025

PLEASE NOTE: Applications cannot be accepted through any other platforms.

Applications that do not address the Selection Criteria questions may not be considered.