Senior Residential Care Worker

Senior Residential Care Worker – Division: Child Protection and Family Support Position No: Pool Ref COM37125Salary: Level 3, $112,931 - $120,633 pa (includes 30% commuted allowance) pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2024.Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Casual.Location: Geraldton.Closing Date: 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD). Job Overview Make a difference in the lives of children who need it most. We need you Fixed term and permanent employees receive annual leave loading. We are seeking people who can supervise a team and nurture their growth and create a positive culture. Those who can collaborate, build trust and relationships, openly and honestly communicate and display effective conflict resolution skills. People that show accountability, show respect, empathise and recognise cultural differences. Those that are trauma-informed, understand factors in child development and prioritise the rights and needs of the child. You will be embraced by a supportive team who are very welcoming. The team are willing to empower you and share their experience for you to thrive, whilst being reflective in its practice to achieve the best outcomes for the children in care. The vision for Therapeutic Residential Care in Western Australia is to provide a safe and stable home for young people that enables them to heal, connect, learn, and be prepared for their adult lives. Want to make a difference? You will Responsibilities As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you will be responsible for coordinating assessment and residential plans for assigned children and young people, supervising Residential Care Workers in all matters impacting the therapeutic care of children and young people, providing a high standard of therapeutic care consistent with the program objectives, and completing administrative duties including recording, computer data entry and preparation of reports. Your work is guided by the Sanctuary Model to ensure the consistent delivery of trauma informed care to young people in Residential Care, which includes the Seven Commitments for creating safe environments. (see attached) Working and Living in the Mid-West The Mid-West of Western Australia spans from the Indian Ocean coastline inland to the Gibson Desert. Your outdoor adventure includes exploring wildflowers, beach swimming, discovering the Abrolhos Islands, taking in Kalbarri National Park’s red and white sandstone gorges and tasting terrific fresh local produce. Discover the major town of for yourself. Our benefits Communities offers a . Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Based on eligibility, and location, you could be paid District allowance of $1,239 without dependants, or $2,478 with dependants. 5 weeks annual leave (includes 1 week of shift work allowance). 10 days for public holidays. Three days public service holidays per annum. In return for your skills, passion and commitment we will offer you a .Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Application Process Click the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV that outlines your relevant experience for the role and includes two work-related referees. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of relevance of the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). An application form (for hard copy applications only). You will be prompted to answer the following online questions in your own words (not AI generated responses) for Questions 2, 3 & 4 . Your responses form part of your application assessment. Q1: Do you hold a current West Australian 'C' or 'C-A' class Licence, or equivalent? Q2: How do your skills and values align with the role? (Criteria 1,2 & 3) Q3: How do you engage children in life skills and recreational activities that are both fun and therapeutic? Please share an example of an activity or approach that worked well in the past. (Criteria 3) Q4: Why is it important to have a strong team in the workplace? Provide an example of how you have supervised staff. (Criteria 1) If selected for an interview please note that for each of the below questions you may be required to provide the name, organisation and email address of the manager / supervisor who can verify your example. Applicants who are shortlisted will be assessed on all the essential selection criteria during the selection process. In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information click . Attachments – #J-18808-Ljbffr