Case Work Support Scheme Therapeutic Carer

**Have you had experience in youth, social or support work?** We are seeking a dedicated individual who is passionate about making an impact on the lives of vulnerable young people and families in the community. **About Us** At Treehouse we are creating “innovative families”, a living arrangement between trained professionals and children/young people who have experienced trauma neglect or abuse. We work together, with children and young people, encouraging them to begin the process of moving through their trauma. Allowing them a safe space to build rapport, form attachments and feel confident to transition out of survival mode. We nurture and encourage them to develop their identity and sense of self, fostering their physical, emotional, social and psychological wellbeing to better themselves and their future lives. Treehouse has recently opened their Casework Support Scheme (CSS) which provides high-quality, person centred support for young people and families in the community. Offering a range of services that include, supervised contact, mentoring and respite, our dedicated Case Work Support Team will provide comprehensive assistance on our client’s journey to achieve their goals. Our scheme fosters a mentality that no one has to face their struggles alone
- with a focus on holistic, individualized care, we are committed to helping our young people unlock their full potential moving forward with confidence and belief.
**The Opportunity** The goal of the Case Work Support Scheme Therapeutic Carer is to contribute to the safety and wellbeing of the young people of Treehouse so that they can learn and grow in a safe, loving, and nurturing environment. Directly reporting to the CSS Team Leader, you will support the development of our young people and their families to overcome their challenges and achieve their goals. Some responsibilities include:

- Support Children, young people and their families who may have significant challenges, complex trauma and are involved in the Child Protection and/or Out of Home Care (OOHC) System).
- Work across a rotating roster to cover shifts that include contact visits, in home supports, respite, transports and mentoring supports working with Children’s and their families across the Sydney Region (Primarily the Western Suburbs).
- Create and maintain a positive therapeutic environment while upholding safety standards for the children and young people in care.
- Foster and maintain a safe environment ensuring the needs of the young person (and their families) are met through utilising goal focused supports through various plans, i.e. case, behaviour, cultural, etc.
- Ensure the completion of daily case notes utilising internal case management systems in order to maintain accurate and up to date records of the children and young people in care.
- Attend monthly team meetings and supervision in a group and individual setting.
- Adhere to OOHC regulations acting in accordance with the mandatory reporting guide to ensure the safety and welfare of children and young people.
- Adhere to Treehouse Innovative Families safety protocols that safeguard both the young people and the team, i.e. hazard and incident reporting.

**Why work for Treehouse Innovative Families?**
- Attractive award remuneration plus penalties and 11.5% superannuation.
- Casual shifts in line with your availability that help to enable a better work life balance.
- Comprehensive initial and ongoing training and development, making this role suitable for both experienced individuals and entry-level social work/ community services students.
- Full access to an internal learning and development officer and modern training platform. You will have access to training opportunities such as Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, P.A.R.T and Mental Health first aid all for free
- Fantastic and fun wellbeing initiatives such as an annual employee wellness reimbursement, yearly organisational events, smaller house events with your team, RUOK day and Steptember.
- Free and confidential accessibility for you and your immediate family to our amazing world class wellness app Sonder
- Monthly group and individual Supervision with qualified and knowledgeable specialist Team Leaders.
- The opportunity to be part of a diverse and passionate team (that feels like a family) working in a challenging role, making a real impact on the lives of young people.

**Selection Criteria/Requirements**
- Up to date Probity checks that include a NSW Paid Working with Children’s Check, National Police Check, First Aid and a Drivers Licence/ access to a vehicle.
- Attained or working towards a relevant Bachelor's Degree, Diploma or Certificate IV (Community Services, Youth/Social Work, etc.)
- Consent to be added to the Residential Care Workers Register
- Available to work across a rotating shift based roster
- Experience working with young people/children.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills alongside computing skills.
- Basic knowle