Careers

• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave to recharge and unwind
• 24/7 management support – we’ve got your back anytime, day or night!
• Generous salary packaging benefits – claim up to $18,550 tax-free per year.

About the Role

At Life Without Barriers, we’re proud to be a leading social purpose organisation with over 8,000 employees making a real difference in more than 500 communities across Australia. From children and young people to people living with disability, mental health challenges, and those facing homelessness – we’re committed to breaking down barriers and creating a more inclusive society.

Due to an internal promotion, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced House Manager to join our Intensive Therapeutic Care team in Orange. This is your chance to make a lasting impact while leading a dedicated team of youth support workers in a therapeutic home setting setting that supports children and young people 11-17 years of age.

As a House Manager, you’ll collaborate closely with a Therapeutic Specialist and Case Manager to bring the CARE model to life, creating a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive. You’ll also help young people develop the skills they need for independent living, maintain their education, and stay connected with their Care Workers, families, and communities.

Learn more about Life Without Barriers’ support for children, young people, and families here: https://www.lwb.org.au/services/child-youth-and-family/

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the home in line with the CARE model, relevant legislation, and LWB policies
• Provide direct care and support to children and young people in a residential setting
• Be a visible and supportive leader in the home, offering guidance and role modelling for your team
• Oversee and implement therapeutic care plans to support the wellbeing of children and young people
• Guide your team in applying Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques
• Provide reflective supervision and mentoring to staff, fostering a strong, supportive team culture

Skills & Experience

• Diploma in Community Services, Youth Work, or a related field (desirable but not essential for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants with relevant experience)
• Leadership experience in services supporting children and young people, such as out-of-home care (OOHC) and Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) settings
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, complex health needs, or behaviours of concern
• Proven ability to lead and supervise a team, embedding therapeutic care practices
• Current First Aid (HLTAID003 or HLTAID011) & CPR (HLTAID009) certificates
• A valid driver’s licence

Life Without Barriers is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

How to Apply
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For any enquiries, including persons with disabilities who require adjustments, contact Kristy Crowe at recruitment@lwb.org.au.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 29^th September 2024.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications are continuously reviewed before the closing date. Please note that the closing date may change without notice.

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