Are you energetic, compassionate, and resilient, looking for a rewarding opportunity in Merredin, WA? We’re on the hunt for a dedicated Therapeutic Live-in Carer to join our service and make a genuine difference in the lives of Children and Young People.

Make a Difference Every Day

Children and Young People in Out-of-Home Care can present with complex trauma and need a safe nurturing environment with Therapeutic Live-in Carers that are able to provide Therapeutic Interventions and Supports. This will help the young person build secure attachments and experience a positive care environment, working towards life goals and making their own choices.

As a Therapeutic Live-in Carers, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating a positive impact on the lives of those you support. This role requires someone who is a natural people-person, empathetic, and committed to ensuring the best outcomes for our Children and Young People. If you thrive on responsibility, are calm under pressure, and have a knack for clear communication, you’ll fit right in with our team!

What You’ll Do

Every day is a new adventure! You’ll be involved in a variety of tasks, including:

• Manage household duties such as cleaning, washing, and meal preparation
• Provide a safe and nurturing Therapeutic Environment for the young person to develop to their full potential and learn new, positive and healthy emotional response
• Support the goals established in the child or young person’s Individual Care Plan which contains the 9 dimensions of well-being (Health, Education, Social and Family Relationships, Recreation and Leisure, Emotional and behavioural Development, Identity and Culture)
• Monitoring and reporting health issues for each Child or Young Person and responding to their individual health needs
• Provide age-appropriate care to a child or young person
• Assist a young person to connect to their culture or religion, this may include going out bush or supporting a young person on return to country trips
• Working collaboratively with the child or young person’s school to identify barriers to positive engagement in education, as well as facilitate learning from home activities  
• Participate/encourage social and recreational activities with the Children and Young People such as playing games, going fishing and crafts

What We Do

Lifestyle Solutions provides Out-of-Home Care services to children and young people aged 0-18. We offer a range of care arrangements such as Temporary Care, Group Care, Community Foster Care and Individual High Needs Care.

Our tailored support meets the individual and often complex needs of the children and young people we care for and our specialist services provide them with safe, stable and secure homes.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Experience working with young people, particularly in therapeutic environments
• Located within the Perth region
• A positive, resilient attitude and a commitment to making a difference
• A relevant diploma qualification or equivalent experience
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to work a week-on, week-off roster, including sleepover shifts (swings can be either 1 week-on, 1 week-off or 2 week-on, 2 week-off)
• Experience working with children and young people with complex trauma or in Out-of-Home Care

Why Join Lifestyle Solutions?

At Lifestyle Solutions, we believe in making a real difference. Our team is dedicated to providing empathetic, flexible, and high-quality support to our Children and Young People. Here’s what we offer:

• An enriching and supportive team culture that values diversity and inclusion
• Opportunities to use your communication and interpersonal skills to engage with a wide range of people
• A role within a multidisciplinary team where collaboration is key
• The chance to be part of a self-managed team that empowers you to take ownership of your work
• As well as your off swings, you will receive an additional 2.5 weeks annual leave per year of service
• As part of the onboarding process a full 2-week paid induction will be held in Perth from the 11/11/2024 to the 22/11/2024

Being a Therapeutic Live in carer can be both challenging and rewarding. Although it’s impossible to predict every challenge a carer might face, many of the possible scenarios and how to deal with them are covered in induction and ongoing training sessions. Overcoming some of those difficult challenges can be some of the most rewarding moments a carer will experience.

Our Commitment to You

Lifestyle Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe everyone should have equal opportunity and respect, and we provide adjustments to the recruitment process if required.

We’re also dedicated to protecting children and young people from harm, which is why we require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process before appointment.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role where you can make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply today! Applications must be submitted online. If you have any questions, please reach out to Jessica at jessica.vainer@lifestylesolutions.org.au.

Please note: We do not accept applications via email. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and may close this advert prior to the advertised closing date.

Join us in making a difference – one person at a time. Apply now!