Overview
Kentish Community Services Ltd. is a community-based for-purpose organisation providing nurturing and educational care for children in the Northern Territory from birth to eighteen years. Care is provided across various programs, including home-based family daycare and out-of-home care, as well as centre-based long day care and outside-school-hours care.
We are a trusted member-based not-for-profit organisation with over 31 years of experience in the children's services industry. Our vision is "Positive outcomes for all children, young people and communities".
The Role
We are recruiting for a self-motivated Team Coordinator and Supervised Contact Facilitator to work with our team of Out of Home carers, children, and families located in Darwin and Palmerston.
We are looking for a team player who exemplifies Kentish\'s values and mission, always exercising professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy.
Responsibilities
Assist, encourage, monitor and support carers working in the Kentish out-of-home care program.
Ensure compliance of carers including currency of first aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis certification, public liability insurance and clear police check.
Conduct regular home visits and document and report on visits.
Ensure all incidents involving a child's health and well-being are being appropriately reported.
Monitor each child's well-being and progress, while assisting carers with the implementation of development programs and providing advice on resources.
Provide support and advice to carers regarding behavioural, health and development issues.
Provide support to carers in their ongoing career development and training.
Liaise with the Department of Children and Families Case Managers and Kentish Management regarding progress or issues at placement.
Ensure children are connected to their culture and language.
Facilitate supervised contact between children and their families with a high level of report writing and documentation.
Qualifications
Diploma qualification in community services, social work, or early childhood education and care.
National Police Clearance
Asthma and Anaphylaxis management training.
NT Driver's License
At least three years of experience in the early childhood or child protection sector.
Kentish
actively encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with lived experience, and those from diverse backgrounds to apply. We value the unique perspectives and contributions that individuals from these communities bring to our organisation. Your experiences and insights are integral to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace culture, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to our shared goals.
Please submit a detailed cover letter outlining your experience and a resume through the 'Apply for this job' button.
Application questions
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
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📌 Out Of Home Care Coordinator/Supervised Family Contact Facilitator Palmerston
🏢 Kentish Community Services
📍 Australia