CareerPlan

Residential Youth Worker

Mackay, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-11

Core

Provide trauma-informed, culturally safe care and support life skills for young people with high and complex needs in out-of-home care settings.

Role type

Residential Youth Worker (IC)

Builds

Safe, nurturing environments for youth in out-of-home care

Domain

Social Services / Child Safety / Mental Health

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Trauma-informed care, relationship building, shift work, sleepovers, documentation, reflective practice

Preferred skills

First Aid, drivers licence, relevant qualification (SCHADS Level 3)

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Provide trauma-informed care, support life skills development, collaborate with families and stakeholders, maintain documentation, engage in professional development

Seniority

Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC