Would you like to look after a child for a weekend, a few days, a few months or longer?  Do you work, but still have some time and energy to care for a child?  Children come into care for numerous reasons and with different needs.  Therefore, we need people from various backgrounds and different family lifestyles to look after them.

While carers are constantly in demand, there are also other opportunities for volunteers, such as tutoring or driving to help children in care.

OzChild provides all carers and volunteers with thorough training and ongoing support.  At OzChild, we are committed to the safety, protection and care of children.  All prospective carers must complete a number of screening checks, including a health check, referee checks, home and environment check, Police Check, and Working With Children Check.

Carers are needed for our Foster Care and Disability programs.  Without these special people, we can't provide the care needed for children referred to our programs.

Find out more about becoming a carer with Foster Care or Disability Services.

How do I become a carer in Foster Care?

1. Talk to a member of the recruitment team (03) 9212 3900
2. Attend an Information evening
3. Attend the OzChild training course
4. Complete an assessment, including Police, Working With Children, medical and personal checks and 3-4 home interviews
5. Application to become a carer is reviewed by an accreditation panel.

   
   It takes about three to four months to complete the training and assessment process to become an accredited carer. OzChild's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children.