Out of Home Care Worker

About the role

HenderCare Foundation works with the Department for Child Protection to provide safe, nurturing care in stable environments for children and young people. As an Out of Home Care Worker (also called a Youth Worker), you will work across two divisions: Temporary Staff Services (DCP placements) and Residential Care Services (HenderCare placements). The team is described as engaging, collaborative and supportive, with experienced colleagues and management focused on your development.

You will work a flexible roster with shifts typically lasting 8 hours, which may include overnight sleeping shifts, and receive an in-depth induction with ongoing training.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with the Department for Child Protection and case managers about each child or young person.
• Run school runs and help with homework.
• Assist with daily routines and attend appointments.
• Provide therapeutic care, helping children and young people develop positive beliefs about themselves and build trusting, respectful relationships with others.

Required profile

• Enrolled to complete or has completed a minimum Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services, Youth Work, or Disability.
• Current Working with Children Check (within 5 years), current National Police Check and current NDIS workers screening check.
• Suitable psychological assessment.
• Relevant Australian working rights.
• Current South Australian driver's licence (P2 or above) and a fully registered private vehicle; older cars need a roadworthiness report signed off by an RAA-approved mechanic.

Required skills

• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (within the past 3 years).
• HLTAID009 CPR certificate (within the past 12 months).

What we offer

• Competitive pay.
• Inclusive and supportive leadership.
• Continuous training and professional development.
• Employee assistance programs and wellbeing services.
• Corporate discount packages.
• Flexible arrangements and work-life balance.

To apply, update your profile and apply through SEEK or the company's careers site, attach a resume and write a cover letter of up to 2 pages explaining why you are a good fit.