Finding and Supporting Safe, Nurturing Homes for Children and Young People
Becoming a carer is a life-changing decision. At Narang Bir-rong, we welcome people who are ready to open their hearts and homes to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people. Our Carer Recruitment Support service is here to guide you every step of the way, from the first conversation to ongoing support once you become a carer.
Why Carers Are Needed
For many children, living safely at home with their parents is not always possible. In these situations, carers play a vital role in providing stability, safety and love. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, carers also help protect cultural identity by supporting strong connections to family, community, and Country.
Who Can Become a Carer?
Carers come from all walks of life. What matters most is the ability to provide a safe, nurturing environment and a willingness to support a child’s cultural identity.
You may be:
- Single, married or in a partnership.
- Renting or owning your home.
- From any cultural, social or faith background.
- Experienced with children or starting this journey for the first time.
Narang Bir-rong values diversity and encourages people from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQ+ and broader community to apply.
How We Support You
Carer recruitment is not just about signing forms, it’s about building trust, confidence and readiness. Narang Bir-rong supports potential carers through:
Clear information
open, honest conversations about what caring involves.
Assessment and guidance
working with you to understand your strengths, challenges and the types of care you may be best suited for.
Training and preparation
equipping you with the knowledge and skills to support children with confidence and compassion.
24/7 caseworker support and advocacy
Cultural learning ensuring carers understand the importance of identity, family ties and connection to Country.
Ongoing contact
staying connected throughout the process so you never feel alone or unsure about the next step.
All our carers are part of a larger, case-managed team that includes caseworkers, program managers and service providers, all working together to create the best outcomes for the child.
Narang Bir-rong also understands the power of knowledge, so our recruitment workers endeavour to keep all our carers up to date with developments in policies, entitlements and special carer events. Additionally, we have developed many short, thirty-minute training modules for which all attendees will receive a certificate, including managing care plans and life-story work.
The Recruitment Journey
1
Initial Enquiry
reach out to our team for an informal chat.
2
Information Session
learn more about what being a carer involves.
3
Application & Assessment
Narang Bir-rong works with you to ensure you are prepared and supported.
4
Training & Cultural Preparation
practical and cultural readiness before caring begins.
5
Approval & Matching
once approved, we carefully match children with carers to ensure the best outcomes for both.
Our Commitment to Carers
Narang Bir-rong is committed to walking beside carers from the very beginning. We know the decision to become a carer is significant, and we promise to provide the respect, support, and cultural guidance you need to succeed. By recruiting well-prepared and supported carers, we create safe, stable, and culturally strong homes for children and young people.
If you’d like to explore becoming a carer or have an initial conversation, contact Narang Bir-rong Aboriginal Corporation at (02) 4761 4000.
