About Us:

We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways and connected thriving communities, we are one of few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.

Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.

The Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic and driven team dedicated to making a real impact on young people who are in care? If so, here is a perfect opportunity for you. We are looking to fill a vacant role for one of the residential sites based in the Southern suburbs of Adelaide.

As a House Supervisor of one of our residential care houses, you will lead and supervise a small team of Therapeutic Youth Workers and coordinate the day-to-day functions of the house to ensure that service delivery meets service agreements. Your previous experience working with children and adolescents at risk coupled with an understanding of appropriate responses for trauma-related behaviours will play a key part in achieving positive outcomes.

Your sound communication and interpersonal skills will be highly valued in strengthening stakeholder internal and external relationships. If you are a natural people leader who likes a high-paced role where every day brings not only variety but a chance to create positivity.

Working Monday to Friday, you will work closely with the Manager of Operations to lead a consistent, well-trained, and stable team by providing effective support and supervision to the team. You will also be a source of support and direction for the case management of our children, ultimately guiding the creation of a safe, homelike environment to promote positive attitudes and lifestyle choices of young people.

About You:

We are seeking a highly driven person who:

• Has an understanding of relevant statutory requirements and legislation for children under the Guardianship of the Chief Executive and supported accommodation
• Has sound communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated leadership capability
• Has an understanding of working with children and young people with complex and challenging behaviour and child development and the impacts of trauma on children and young people
• Has an understanding of social justice principles – including equity of access, discrimination and equal opportunity, individuals rights and privacy
• Holds a degree or tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or relevant equivalent (or lesser qualification complemented by substantial relevant experience)

What We Offer:

• Values-driven culture
• Generous salary sacrifices benefits
• Great professional development opportunities
• A You are Amazing Day – an extra day of leave to spend however you want
• A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• A NADIOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NAIDOC celebrations
• Access to Corporate Health Insurance
• Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman

You Will Need To:

• Complete our online application process
• Hold a current Working with Children Check
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate
• Hold a current Safe Environments Certificate
• Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s licence and be willing to drive
• Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process which will include a psychological assessment

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be redirected to our recruitment site. Please ensure you complete all questions before submitting your application. Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications including Working with Children Check, Safe Environments, First Aid, and your Driver's Licence.

For further confidential inquiries contact Sue Wood, Operations Manager, Children & Youth Services on 0408 000 495.

Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.