At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide therapeutic care and support to children and young people in residential settings.
- Company: Join YLO, a dedicated team making a difference in young lives.
- Benefits: Flexible casual shifts, valuable experience, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a rewarding journey helping children overcome challenges and thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential care or education, plus a Certificate IV in relevant fields.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
On the search for Experienced Residential Care Workers! At YLO, we are currently seeking Residential Care Workers to join our team in providing therapeutic care to children and young people in our residential houses located in the Redbank Plains area. We currently have vacancies for casual positions.
As a casual Residential Care Worker, ideally you will be able to work a mix of sleepovers, dayshifts, weekends and weekdays, with an availability of 3 shifts per week. The ability to work weekend sleepover shifts is required.
Our residential care sites provide placements for up to 2 children/young people. As a Residential Care Worker, you will be required to:
- Attend to the daily care needs of children and young people;
- Provide therapeutic support and guidance and ensure consistency of care at all times;
- Manage challenging and complex behaviours;
- Facilitate the operation of the residential household including cleaning, cooking and other relevant tasks;
- Support and promote social, emotional, behavioural and developmental outcomes for children and young people.
As children and young people within residential care frequently display challenging and complex behaviours and emotional processing difficulties, you will need to possess experience within the Residential Care field and have resilience and confidence in dealing with such matters.
To be successful in this role, you must possess:
- Minimum 1 year working experience within a Residential Care setting and/or experience in an educational setting, or substantial life experience with children and young people;
- Resilience and an ability to remain calm in times of crisis;
- Knowledge and understanding of the developmental needs of children and young people, trauma and resulting emotional and behavioural issues;
- Knowledge of legislation, policy and issues relating to children and young people involved with the Department of Child Safety;
- A valid Queensland drivers licence;
- An Apply First Aid certificate.
You will need:
- Minimum qualifications have been introduced to the sector so will need to have a Certificate IV in youth work, social work, psychology or behavioural science fields, or be currently enrolled and studying;
- A valid Working with Children Check (Blue Card);
- A Positive Suitability Check.
You will be required to use your own vehicle in undertaking relevant duties and therefore must hold comprehensive car insurance. It is also expected that you will be willing to travel up to 1 hour to undertake work activities in our various Residential houses.
Residential Care Workers employer: Youth Lifestyle Options
At YLO, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to the well-being and professional growth of our staff. Our supportive work culture fosters resilience and teamwork, while offering flexible casual positions that allow for a balanced lifestyle. Located in the vibrant Redbank Plains area, we provide unique opportunities for meaningful engagement with children and young people, ensuring that every day is rewarding and impactful.
