Live In Carer

Job Details; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in South Africa is seeking an energetic Live-in Carer to support youth overcoming trauma. The role includes engaging children in social activities, cooking, and providing personal care, with a week-on, week-off live-in schedule. Ideal candidates will have experience with youth in a therapeutic environment, strong communication skills, and a relevant qualification. This position offers significant personal rewards through impactful work. Join a compassionate team committed to making a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a therapeutic environment.
• High standard of reporting and documentation is essential.
• Willingness to work a week-on, week-off live-in roster.

Responsibilities

• Use strong communication skills to engage with clients.
• Remain calm and provide personal care during shifts.
• Complete household functions including meal preparation.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Experience with youth with complex behaviours

Calm under pressure

Resilience and commitment

Education

Relevant diploma qualification or extensive experience

Tools

First-aid certificate

Working With Children Check

Driver’s License

Job description

Overview

Family GroupHome

One week on / One week off roster

We are seeking an energetic, compassionate and resilient Live-in Carer to join our Out of Home Care accommodation services in Kununurra WA. This is a challenging role but the reward for your dedication and persistence is knowing that you can positively impact the lives of young people who have experienced trauma and may be displaying challenging behaviours as a result.

We are looking for a people-person who young people can trust, with their best interests at heart, who can balance the needs of the young people with the organisational requirements of policy documentation and reporting. Our Live-in Carers are expected to thrive on responsibility, communicate clearly, remain calm in a crisis and be flexible in their responses.

There is no day exactly the same, and you will be responsible for all household functions including cleaning, washing, meal preparation, transporting to and from the community, and engaging the children and youth in various social activities. This role includes sleep over shifts.

Responsibilities

• Use strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with a wide variety of customers
• Remain calm in stressful situations
• Work collaboratively in a complex environment as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Work within a Self Managed Team
• Engage the children and youth in various social activities and maintain a safe, supportive home environment
• Complete household functions: cleaning, washing, meal preparation, and transportation to and from the community
• Provide personal care where required and ensure safety during sleep over shifts

What you will bring

• Thorough experience working with youth with complex behaviours
• Experience working in a therapeutic environment
• High standard of reporting and documentation
• Positive attitude with resilience and commitment
• Calm and resilient under pressure
• Willing to work a week-on, week-off live-in roster (including sleep over shifts)
• Relevant diploma qualification minimum or extensive experience
• A current first-aid certificate
• A current Working With Children Check
• A current Driver’s License

Desirable but not essential

• Previous experience as a Live-in Carer
• Bachelor degree

Keep Calm & Be Happy - How you will interact with people and other benefits

Joining Lifestyle Solutions makes you feel like you are making a difference in people’s lives. Our team is here because they care and our culture is enriching and rewarding.

Respect - Who we are and why we do it

We serve people with disability, young people, children, their families and communities. Our customers receive services designed to meet everyday needs and support them to achieve their goals. Our national workforce is committed to reliability, responsiveness, flexibility, friendliness, empathy and care. We believe everyone is equal and strive for equal opportunity and respect for all. You can learn more about us here.

Join Us - Next step

All applications must be lodged online. Please answer the questions and contact Chynna Roberts if you have any questions. All applications to be made online. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We welcome diversity in all its forms; applications from under-represented communities and groups are strongly encouraged. We can provide adjustments to the recruitment process if required; please contact the Talent Professional on the number above to discuss how we can help.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1