Therapeutic Residential Care Worker

Job Overview Make a difference in the lives of children who need it most. We need you This is an advertisement for Bunbury only. Fixed term and permanent employees receive 17.5% annual leave loading. Casuals receive an additional 25% loading allowance on top of the base salary $76,912 - $82,464 pa pro rata and penalty rates may apply. We are seeking employees who have genuine care and compassion for others, can work collaboratively in a multi‑disciplinary team, are resilient, patient, calm, non‑judgmental, respect cultural differences, can teach life skills and engage children positively, exhibit strong communication skills, adapt quickly to changing needs, and practise self‑care. As a Therapeutic Residential Care Worker you will be responsible for working as a member of a team to achieve best outcomes for children and young people and providing group and individual therapeutic residential care. Your work is guided by the Sanctuary Model to ensure consistent delivery of trauma‑informed care. Key Responsibilities Provide group and individual therapeutic residential care to children and young people. Assist in planning, developing, and implementing activities. Collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team to achieve best outcomes. Apply the Sanctuary Model and its Seven Commitments to create safe environments. Qualifications & Experience Relevant experience in therapeutic residential care or related settings. Current West Australian 'C' or 'C‑A' class licence, or equivalent. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with examples of effective conflict resolution. Demonstrated ability to build and repair relationships with children from Aboriginal or other diverse groups. Commitment to cultural considerations and self‑care practices. Benefits Salary packaging. 5 weeks annual leave (includes 1 week of shift work allowance). 10 days public holidays. 3 days public service holidays per annum. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers programme. Application Requirements A current resume/CV outlining relevant experience and including two work‑related referees. A copy of all qualifications (regardless of relevance). Completion of a mandatory two‑week training program. Answer to online questions: Q1 – licence status; Q2 – example of building relationships with diverse children; Q3 – cultural considerations; Q4 – teamwork and conflict resolution. Applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. Attachments Application Form FAQ sheet – section 51 measures to achieve equality Information for Applicants JDF – Therapeutic Residential Care Worker (Statewide) – L2 .docx Contact & Additional Information For further information or to request the recording of an information session, please contact: Kate McInnes, Assistant Director Regional Therapeutic Residential Care – *** or email . In line with Communities policies, suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. Equality and Diversity – The Department of Communities is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr