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For more information, please contact
Sarah Zeestraten at sarah.zeestraten@mackillop.org.au

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Assistant House Supervisor position is a great next step for someone looking to progress their career in residential care. The Assistant House Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily care of young people provided by residential care workers within their allocated residential care home during times when the House Supervisor is not rostered to work or is not present in the home. The Assistant House Supervisor is a part of the Out of Home Care Program and reports to the House Supervisor, or Residential Care Coordinator in the absence of the House Supervisor.
As an Assistant House Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily care of young people, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. You will step in to lead during times when the House Supervisor is not present and maintain a safe, healthy, and harmonious home environment.
Your key responsibilities will include guiding residential care workers, promote therapeutic care practices, and ensure the home runs smoothly. Strong leadership and the application of learned therapeutic techniques will be essential in delivering high-quality care and ensuring a positive, supportive atmosphere for young people.
The Assistant House Supervisor must have demonstrated experience within the residential care field, particularly in a therapeutic environment. With Leadership Experience preferred but not required

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families.
• Relevant Diploma with substantial experience including four (4) additional mandatory competencies (Residential Care Skillset/Top Up Units).
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the residential care field, particularly within a therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, lead and support a team of residential care workers.
• Proven ability to relate to and work with young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Proven skills and experience in development of behavioural management programs for children and adolescents with challenging behaviours