Description
About Carpentaria
Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:
Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
Independent Living programs
Pathways Program
Employment and Training
Specialist Disability Accommodation
Out of Home Care
We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.
Your current role
The House Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and coordination of a residential Out of Home Care (OoHC) house, providing safe, therapeutic, and culturally responsive care for children and young people.
The role is based within the house, working alongside the team to model practice, provide leadership, and ensure consistent, high-quality care aligned with each young person's needs, routines, and goals.
The ideal candidate
Minimum Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Diploma of Welfare, or an equivalent qualification in community services.
Experience working in OOHC, youth services, or child protection environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead practice within a team environment.
Understanding of trauma-informed care,



behaviour support, and safeguarding practices.
Remuneration and benefits
A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:
Competitive base salary package
Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
On site cafe and free parking
Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!
Recruitment process
Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications.
For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the position description here:
To express your interest in this exciting role, please submit your resume and a one-page overview of your experience by clicking 'apply' below.
Interviews will be scheduled as suitable applications are received.
You are encouraged to submit your application early.
Please note that we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this role.
Contacts and further information
For more information about this exciting opportunity, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Operations Workforce Coordinator on ************ or
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📌 House Coordinator - Children & Youth Services (Darwin)
🏢 Carpentaria
📍 Darwin