About Young Mindz

Young Mindz supports children and young people to live safe, stable, and meaningful lives. We are a growing organisation committed to person-centred and trauma-informed care, creating positive outcomes for young people, families, and communities. Guided by our values of Meaningful Relationships, Open Communication, One Team, Service-Based Leadership and Innovation, we believe excellent outcomes start with great people to help:

- Support young people build confidence, self-esteem and independence
- Create safe and stable home environments
- Team collaboration
- Success towards participant outcomes & goals

About the Role

As a Youth Support Worker, you will provide consistent support to children and young people living in care while helping develop essential life skills and achieve positive outcomes.

- Male Support Team required
- Support daily routines, meals, and household tasks
- Build trust and provide safety for young people
- Assist with education, appointments, recreation, and community access
- Promote emotional safety using trauma-informed practices
- Complete reports, documentation, and case notes accurately

Benefits & Culture

- Work with a supportive team towards participant goals
- 4 Weeks Paid Leave




- Additional Paid Leave can be paid out
- Access ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Roster

Work 76-hours per fortnight supporting participants to learn and grow.

Week 1

- Tuesday – Saturday: 7am – 3pm

Week 2

- Tuesday – Friday: 7am – 3pm
- Saturday: 7am – 11am

Skills & Requirements

- Hold, or working towards a minimum Cert 4 Community Services or relevant qualification.
- Understanding of trauma-informed and person-centred support.
- Australian Driver Licence, First Aid and CPR Certs.
- Hope and Healing
- Blue Card
- Worker Screening (Yellow Card)

Why Join Us?

- Help create brighter futures for young people.
- Make a genuine difference every day.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
- Grow your career within a values-driven organisation.
- Contribute to meaningful outcomes for young people and families.

Applying?

If you’re looking for a rewarding role that combines purpose, stability, and genuine work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join a team committed to helping young people build safer, independent and brighter futures.

📌 Youth Support Worker – Residential Home (Mackay)
🏢 Young Mindz Pty
📍 Mackay