Therapeutic Foster Parent - Trauma-Informed Care

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 3,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

Training and support

Rewarding work

Professional growth

Impactful service

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a Randburg-based child welfare agency to recruit Therapeutic Foster Care Parents. You will provide a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed home for children in need, working with a multidisciplinary team to support their healing and development.

Ideal candidates are over 21, with completed therapeutic foster care training, strong communication, empathy, and resilience. This is a meaningful, supportive role in a trusted community program.

Qualifications

• Completion of a therapeutic foster care training program provided by the agency.
• Ability to provide a safe and stable home environment, meeting agency standards.
• Strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed care, and behavioural management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with children and professionals.
• Willingness to commit to the specific needs of children requiring therapeutic care.
• Background checks and home studies are mandatory.
• Familiarity with Randburg and Gauteng area services is beneficial.
• Must be over 21 years of age and in good physical and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment for children placed in your care.
• Implement therapeutic strategies and behavioural interventions as guided by the child's treatment plan.
• Attend regular training sessions and support group meetings provided by the agency.
• Collaborate closely with social workers, therapists, and other professionals involved in the child's case.
• Maintain open and honest communication with the agency regarding the child's progress, challenges, and needs.
• Ensure the child's physical, emotional, and educational needs are met.
• Transport children to appointments, school, and approved recreational activities.
• Manage challenging behaviours with patience, consistency, and appropriate therapeutic techniques.
• Uphold agency policies and procedures and adhere to all legal requirements for foster care.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Trauma-informed care

Behavioural management

Education

Therapeutic foster care training program

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a Randburg-based child welfare agency to recruit Therapeutic Foster Care Parents. You will provide a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed home for children in need, working with a multidisciplinary team to support their healing and development.

Ideal candidates are over 21, with completed therapeutic foster care training, strong communication, empathy, and resilience. This is a meaningful, supportive role in a trusted community program.