House Leader – Youth Residential Services
Location: Kalgoorlie
Employment Type: Part-time
Organisation: Outcare
About us:
Outcare is a leading provider of
services across the justice, child protection and family support systems in
Western Australia.
Outcare is part of the PeopleKind Group
which leads a diverse and growing group of for purpose organisations that
deliver services encompassing disability, housing, allied health, justice,
child protection and at risk youth..
We support people experiencing mental
health issues, family and domestic violence, the impacts of trauma and
intergenerational disadvantage, vulnerable housing and a range of other complex
issues. Outcare particularly focuses on these issues across the justice and
child protection systems either through working to address the factors leading
people into these systems, diverting them from entering or assisting them when
they are in.
At Outcare we
are committed to working alongside some of the most vulnerable West Australians
and do this with a strong sense of focus, commitment and respect. Outcare is
embarking on a period of organisational transformation through its recently
launched Outcare 2028 project. This project will see significant changes across
key priority areas positioning Outcare for sustained success into the future.
Make a
difference in the lives of young people.
Our Youth Residential Team manages several residential houses providing 24/7
support for young people up to 18 years old with complex needs. We empower
young people to reach their full potential by helping them develop life skills,
build confidence, foster social connections, and access education and training
opportunities.
About the
Role
As a House
Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day management and administration of
services and activities within your allocated home(s), creating a therapeutic
and supportive environment. You will ensure high-quality care tailored to each
young person's individual needs, goals, and aspirations, while leading and
mentoring a team of Residential Youth Support Workers.
This role
requires resilience, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach to working with
young people who may be experiencing mental health challenges, substance
misuse, justice involvement, family and domestic violence, and risk of
homelessness.
Why Join Us?
At Outcare, we
value lived experience. If your life journey has included challenges that you
have learned from and you want to use that experience to help others, we would
love to hear from you.
Key
Responsibilities
* Provide guidance, support, and
mentoring to residential staff under the direction of the Team Leader.
* Monitor client progress,
participate in reviews, and ensure personal care plans are followed.
* Foster positive relationships with
clients to encourage engagement and feedback.
* Maintain accurate documentation,
including risk assessments, safety plans, and client files.
* Collaborate with the Team Leader on
operational performance, budgets, rostering, and incident investigations.
* Promote a culture of safety,
teamwork and customer service.
* Build strong relationships with
external agencies for referrals and networking.
What We are
Looking For
* Experience in residential care or
similar environment.
* Strong leadership and communication
skills.
* Ability to work within a
trauma-informed care model.
* Resilience and commitment to
supporting young people with complex needs.
* Understanding of National Standards
for Disability Services.
Ready to
make an impact?
Apply now and help us create safe, supportive homes where young people can
thrive.