Assistant House Supervisor Job Overview
Are you looking for a leadership opportunity in residential care? As an Assistant House Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily care of young people, ensuring their safety, well-being and development.
This role involves stepping in to lead during times when the House Supervisor is not present and maintaining a safe, healthy and harmonious home environment. Your key responsibilities will include guiding residential care workers, promoting therapeutic care practices and ensuring the home runs smoothly.
You will need strong leadership skills and the ability to apply learned therapeutic techniques to deliver high-quality care and ensure a positive, supportive atmosphere for young people.
We are seeking someone who can take on this leadership role and make a lasting impact. If you have experience in residential care and a passion for working with young people, we encourage you to apply.
This is a Full-Time opportunity based in Hamilton.
Our organisation values diversity and respects the dignity of all individuals. We value every person's ability, cultural or linguistic background, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious or spiritual beliefs, socio-economic status and age.
* The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and awareness of current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families.
* A relevant Diploma with substantial experience including four (4) additional mandatory competencies (top up units).
* Demonstrated ability to supervise, lead and support a team of residential care workers.
* Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the residential care field, particularly within a therapeutic environment.
* 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.
Key Features:
* Leadership role in residential care
* Opportunity to make a lasting impact
* Full-Time opportunity in Hamilton
* Values diversity and respects dignity of all individuals