Are you interested in starting your career in Youth Work or an experienced Youth Worker looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference?
MANAWISE Care is growing in Cairns; Queensland and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our Residential Care team on a permanent Part Time basis.
About the Role
You will be working across our residential homes with exciting opportunities to support new homes as MANAWISE continues to grow and expand.
As a Care Practitioner, you’ll support young people facing complex challenges by providing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment. You’ll play a key role in helping them build resilience, develop life skills, and create brighter futures.
Key Responsibilities
- Create a safe, supportive, and structured home environment
- Build strong, positive relationships with young people
- Support emotional, social, and life skill development
- Encourage healthy decision-making and wellbeing
- Collaborate with a therapeutic care team to deliver tailored plans
- Complete daily documentation, case notes, and reports
- Experience in Youth Work, Child Safety, or a related field
- Current, unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence (open class)
- Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, or similar (or working towards it)
- First Aid & CPR certification
- Current Paid Blue Card
- National Police Check (within 12 months)
- Ability to obtain LCS check
- Hope & Healing Module certificate (we can assist if needed)
Why Join MANAWISE?
- Permanent Part Time hours on offer
- Be part of a growing organisation with new residentials opening
- Join a supportive, values-driven team
- Access ongoing training and professional development
- Make a lasting impact in young people’s lives
About MANAWISE
MANAWISE is committed to working together to create connected, caring, and thriving communities. We are a youth-focused service provider delivering quality care to vulnerable children and young people. Built on cultural principles of connection, care and kindness, our 24/7 services and programs support children and young people to feel valued and appreciated. Our practice is evidence-informed and supported through professional supervision and team support.
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Permanent - Care Practitioner (Cairns) employer: Manawise Group
MANAWISE Care is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow through ongoing training and reflective practice, ensuring they feel valued and empowered in their roles. Located in a community-centric setting, the organisation prioritises the wellbeing of both its team and the vulnerable young people it serves, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
