Head of Residential Care for Children

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Residential Care Manager in Upington to oversee our children's home, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment. You will lead residential care workers, manage daily operations, and monitor care plans to meet each child's physical, emotional, educational, and social needs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field, at least 4 years in residential child care with 2 years in supervision, and strong leadership and trauma-informed care knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child and Youth Care, or a related field is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in residential child care, with at least 2 years in supervisory/management capacity.
• Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, and attachment theory.
• Proven experience in managing staff, operations, and budgets in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operations of the children's home, ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of residential care workers, fostering a positive and professional work culture.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans for each child, addressing physical, emotional, educational, and social needs.
• Ensure compliance with child protection legislation, licensing requirements, and organizational policies.
• Oversee daily routines including meals, hygiene, education support, and recreational activities.
• Manage the facility's budget, including expenses for supplies, maintenance, and staffing.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records for each child and for facility operations.
• Coordinate with social workers, schools, healthcare providers, and foster care agencies for comprehensive support.
• Respond to emergencies and implement crisis management protocols effectively.
• Promote positive relationships among children and foster a sense of community within the home.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Trauma-informed care

Child development understanding

Staff management

Budgeting

Record-keeping

Stress resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child and Youth Care, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Residential Care Manager in Upington to oversee our children's home, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment. You will lead residential care workers, manage daily operations, and monitor care plans to meet each child's physical, emotional, educational, and social needs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field, at least 4 years in residential child care with 2 years in supervision, and strong leadership and trauma-informed care knowledge.