How do I become a kinship carer

You may be approached to become a kinship carer when it is assessed that a child is unable to live at home. Alternatively, you may express an interest in caring for a child from your immediate family or community who is already in care.

To become a kinship carer you must be:

• over 18 years of age, and
• eligible to obtain—or already have—a Blue Card which ensures that you are suitable to care for children.

You will need to lodge an expression of interest and provide proof of identity to Child Safety.

You will then participate in an assessment process to determine if you are suitable to care for the child. As part of this assessment process, personal history checks will be undertaken.