One of our most important functions as a peak body, is providing support to our carers.
Our Carer Support Case Managers are available to discuss any issues that arise during your caring experience. We can also refer you for specialist help and support or just link you up with other foster families who understand your experience.
We facilitate peer support networks and social opportunities for carers throughout the year as well as training on various topics. Check out our Events and Training page for upcoming dates.
If you would like support in attending a meeting with Territory Families, Housing and Communities – whether it’s as simple as meeting a new case manager or for a more complex reason – our Advocates and Carer Support Case Managers are able to attend and support you at these meetings. No meeting is too big or small; if you’d like support, we are here to help.
If you need to talk to our Carer Support Case Managers, please contact us .
The goals of the Carer Advisory Group are to:
Experienced carers on this advisory panel have been delivering foster care for 5 to 15 years and all have a common interest of ensuring the voices of carers are recognised, valued and respected.
Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT understand that no one can relate better to your carer experience than another carer!
Monthly Carer Connection Dinners are peer support groups facilitated by our Carer Support Case Managers for carers, new and experienced, to connect, support each other and take a much-deserved break.
To find out when the next Monthly Carer Connection Dinner is, check out our Facebook page or contact our Carer Support Case Managers.
The Trauma Informed Behavioural support program is designed to provide assistance to carers who are facing the complex behavioural needs of the children under their care. This program offers education, support, and strategies to help carers better understand and respond to children from a trauma informed perspective. It aims to support carers who are encountering difficulties in managing a child or young person's complex behaviour, as well as situations where there has been a sudden escalation or change in behaviour. Additionally, the program can assist newly authorised carers in understanding trauma informed caregiving and to support new placements.
By adopting a trauma-informed caring approach, caregivers can create an environment that promotes healing, growth, and recovery for children who have experienced trauma. It helps to avoid re-traumatisation and supports individuals in their journey towards resilience and well-being.
Trauma-informed caring is an approach that acknowledges and addresses the impact of trauma on individuals' lives and behaviours. It involves creating a safe and supportive environment that fosters healing, empowerment, and resilience for those who have experienced trauma. In this approach, caregivers are supported in understanding the prevalence and effects of trauma, as well as how it can manifest in different behaviours and responses. The goal is to establish an atmosphere of safety, trust, and collaboration, where children feel respected, validated, and understood.
1. Safety: Prioritising physical and emotional safety for children, ensuring they feel secure and supported.
2. Trustworthiness: Building trust through clear communication, consistency, and transparency in actions and decisions.
3. Choice and collaboration: Involving children in decision-making processes and respecting their autonomy and preferences.
4. Empowerment: Supporting children in building skills, resilience, and self-advocacy to regain control over their lives.
5. Cultural sensitivity: Recognising and respecting the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and cultural contexts of children.
6. Understanding trauma's impact: Being aware of the potential effects of trauma on children’s behaviours, emotions, and relationships.
A referral can be made by carer self-referral, FKCANT or TFHC case managers or external support agency. The program is currently only available to Greater Darwin TFHC volunteer carers. The referral form can be accessed below using the button. Please send completed referrals to info@fkca.org.au. Referrals will be assessed and accepted on a case-by-case basis. Once a referral is accepted the Behavioural Support Practitioner will arrange a case consultation with the referrer.
· Bachelor of Behavioural Science
· Graduate Certificate in Developmental Trauma
· Graduate Diploma in Family and Relationship Counselling
· 15 years + Territory Families, Housing and Communities experience in Child Protection, Out of Home Care and Carer and Staff training.
· Child counselling or psychological assessment
· Case Management
To become involved in the Foster and Kinship Carers Association, contact us on 1300 352 268 or email our team at info@fkca.org.au
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