24 / 7 Management support via our National After-Hours Service.
SCHADS Level 4 + $7k annual regional allowance
Generous Employee Benefits- Access to salary packaging, Fitness Passport + More
At Life Without Barriers, we're all about creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures.
From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge — we're here to break down barriers and build better lives.
Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around
Role
House Manager – Child, Youth & Family
Employment Type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Kalgoorlie
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll oversee day to day operations and create a safe, culturally responsive and therapeutic environment for young people with complex needs.
You'll be responsible for overseeing daily operations, leading and mentoring staff, and helping children and young people to develop essential life skills, stay engaged in education, and maintain meaningful connections with family, community, and support networks.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain positive, trusting relationships with children and young people active engagement and interest.
Be a visible and supportive leader in the home, providing reflective supervision and mentoring to staff to foster a collaborative team culture
Lead and manage the home in line with the CARE model, relevant legislation, service standards and LWB policies and procedures
Guide your team in applying Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques when supporting children and young people.
Oversee staff rostering to ensure this appropriately covers need of the children, young people and the home.
Contribute to the intake and exit of children and young people entering the home, ensuring smooth transitions to permanent placements or step-down services.
Complete and ensure documentation is recorded in a timely manner within LWB systems.
Skills & Experience
Hold a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (or similar)
Current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)& Provide CPR (HLTAID009) Certification / s
Demonstrated in residential services supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma and may display behaviours of concern.
Proven ability to lead and supervise a team, embedding therapeutic care practices
Current & Unrestricted Australian driver's licence
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, NSW Working with Children Check and NSW Residential Care Workers Register checks
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