House Manager, Geraldton

House Manager (Child, Youth and Family) Life without Barriers Geraldton, Geraldton, Gascoyne and Midwest WA (Hybrid) Child Welfare, Youth and Family Services (Community Services and Development) Full time SCHADS Award Level 4.4 + 7k remote allowance SCHADS Award Level 4.4 + 7k annual remote allowance 24/7 management support with a dedicated National after Hours Service Generous Employee Benefits- Access to salary packaging, Fitness Passport + More! At Life without Barriers, we’re all about creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures. From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge — we’re here to break down barriers and build better lives. Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around! Role: House Manager – Child, Youth and Family Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Location: Geraldton, WA Remuneration: From 94,700 + 7k annual remote allowance In this role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of one of our residential care homes, creating a safe, therapeutic environment where children and young people can thrive. You will lead and mentor a team of residential support workers as they support children and young people to develop essential life skills, stay engaged in education, and maintain meaningful connections with family, community, and support networks. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the home in line with the CARE model, relevant legislation, service standards and LWB policies and procedures Provide direct care and support to children and young people in a residential setting Be a visible and supportive leader in the home, offering guidance and role modelling for your team Oversee and implement therapeutic care plans to support the wellbeing of children and young people Guide your team in applying Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques Facilitate team meetings, training and provide reflective supervision and mentoring to staff, fostering a strong team culture Complete, review and maintain client records and reports within approved LWB systems. Skills and Experience Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (or similar) Leadership experience in services supporting children and young people, ideally within a residential care setting. Demonstrated experience supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, have complex needs and/or display behaviours of concern. Proven ability to lead and supervise a team, embedding therapeutic care practices Current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) and Provide CPR (HLTAID009) Certificate/s A Current and Unrestricted driver’s licence Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, WA Working with Children Check and WA DCP295 Check. Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts.