Welcome to Lutheran Care! We are an energetic, forward thinking, not-for-profit organisation, providing support to people who need it most. Our current programs include emergency relief, financial counselling, family support and education, community support, foster care, housing and homelessness services and disability services.

From South Australia to the Northern Territory, we provide a diverse range of vital community services, including homelessness services, foster care, emergency relief, financial counselling, family support, and NDIS disability services. Whoever you are, wherever you come from, we will walk side by side with you, regardless of cultural background, sexual orientation, gender identity, belief systems or circumstances. Our diverse range of programs isn't just a list of services; we're leading the charge to break down barriers and foster genuine inclusion and participation in our communities.

Our eyes are firmly on the future with our plan to harness new technologies and expand our service offerings and footprint in innovative ways.

About the Role

We're looking for a Team Leader to join our Foster Care Specialist team base at Oaklands Park.

We’re growing our services and looking for dynamic, values-driven individuals to contribute to our innovation and expansion. This role is an opportunity to make a tangible difference, shaping the future of services that empower clients to live their best lives. At Lutheran Care, we’re all about changing lives and building communities—and you could be part of that journey!

Your Key Responsibilities:

- Provide leadership, support, input and direction within Foster Care Services.
- Lead and develop the integration of the specialist services into our program which includes contributing toward building a skilled workforce,



who can therapeutically support the needs of families and children with complex needs.
- Interface between Foster Care Services and the Disability Sector, assisting the organisation in providing services to children through the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

What’s in It for You?

We believe great work deserves great rewards. When you join Lutheran Care, you’ll enjoy:

- You're Amazing Day – a day off just for you!
- Paid parental leave
- Access to free, confidential counselling sessions
- A kind and awesome workplace culture
- Adaptable working arrangements to support work-life balance

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Essential Criteria

- A degree level of qualification in Social Work or similar
- A sound knowledge of the effects of trauma and abuse, attachment issues and behaviour management in relation to children in care
- Demonstrated experience working within out of home and/or family-based care, including the impact of past government policies on First Nations people.

Ready to Apply?

We’d love to hear from you! Show us your experience and enthusiasm for the role by submitting your application below. If you would like a confidential chat about the role, please contact Deborah Whitelock on 0419 594 ***.

Applications must include:

- A Cover letter
- A current resume.

For more details and to apply, visit: https://www.lutherancare.org.au/vacancies/

Applications close on 1st November 2026

Lutheran Care is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including culturally diverse communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates, to join us in our vision of “changing lives and building communities”.

Please note, Lutheran Care retains the right to close this advert earlier upon identifying a suitable candidate.

📌 Foster Care Team Leader - Specialist Team (Kent Town)
🏢 Lutheran Care
📍 Kent Town