We’re always looking for caring people who want to make a positive difference in the lives of a Tasmanian child. Look at our current list of positions vacant, and if you’re not sure about whether you qualify or not, please call us. Chances are you’re just the person we’re looking for.
About Us
Kennerley Children’s Homes is a not-for-profit, non-denominational organisation specialising in the provision of foster, kinship and respite care for children and young people who cannot live safely at home. Kennerley has been committed to delivering high-quality Out of Home Care services for over 150 years.
We pride ourselves on partnering with our experienced and passionate carers to create safe, nurturing environments, ensuring children and young people are provided with the key elements they need to grow, thrive and reach their full potential.
The Role
We are seeking experienced professionals to join our Therapeutic Care Coordination team, working across our Family-Based Foster and Kinship Care Program and our Interstate Care Program.
The ideal applicant will have demonstrated skills and experience working within the Out of Home Care sector and a strong commitment to collaborative practice. Experience supporting, developing and mentoring carers in therapeutic and trauma-informed care will be highly regarded.
Why Join Kennerley?
At Kennerley, you will be part of a vibrant and values-driven organisation that is deeply committed to safeguarding, quality practice and positive outcomes for carers, children and young people.
We offer:
How to Apply
Enquiries:
For further information about the role, please contact:
Monika on 0455 440 766
Cedric on 0414 698 906
Enquiries should be made prior to submitting your application.
Interviews will be conducted from 4 February 2026.
About Us
Kennerley is a not-for-profit organisation that has served the community for over 155 years. Our focus is on creating therapeutic environments to enhance the development and wellbeing of all children and young people accessing our services.We are seeking a casual support worker to join our Family Connections team. Our support workers coordinate, facilitate and supervise visits between children, young people and members of their family, focusing on safe, positive and connected relationships.
Our ideal applicant will have some experience working with children, young people or families and/or a minimum Diploma level qualification in a relevant field.If you would like the opportunity to join our vibrant organisation and are passionate about driving high quality outcomes for young people and contributing to our culture of safety, we strongly encourage you to apply.To be successful you, download the position description and selection criteria below. Your response should not be longer than 3 pages and only applications addressing the selection criteria will be considered.We are offering a casual position with between 15 – 20 hours work per week and the potential for this to increase. Additional benefits include not-for-profit salary packaging, an attractive salary and the ability to work flexibly.
If this sounds like your next career challenge, please email your selection criteria, resume and a short cover letter to together@kennerleykids.org.au.
Any queries regarding the role or the position can be directed to Monika – 0455 440 766 or Avril – 0439 110 706 prior to submitting your application.
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