Silky Oaks Children's Haven – Capalaba QLD
Permanent Part-Time Opportunity | Capalaba
About the Role
Want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people while doing work that's varied, active and rewarding?
Silky Oaks is looking for a Therapeutic Support Worker to join our Inspire Outreach team, providing one-to-one therapeutic support, outreach, Reputational Enhancement Model Activities Program (REMAP) activities and camps for children and young people involved with the Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety.
Using trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches, you'll build trusted relationships with young people and help them strengthen their wellbeing, confidence, connections and life skills.
At a Glance
Part-Time– 38 hours per fortnight
Shifts rostered between9.00am and 7.00pm weekdays
Availability requiredevery second Saturday, between 8.30am and 5.00pm
Work vehicles provided while on shift
What You'll Be Doing
No two days will look exactly the same.
You'll work directly with children and young people, providing individualised support and experiences that promote safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes.
You will:
Provide one-to-one therapeutic outreach and support
Facilitate REMAP activities, group programs and camps
Use trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches to engage young people with complex needs
Develop individual plans and goals through a case management approach
Build positive, professional relationships with young people and key stakeholders
Collaborate with government, community and non-government service providers
Maintain accurate case notes, documentation and reporting
Participate in team meetings, planning, workshops and collaborative problem solving
You'll be part of the Inspire Outreach team, working collaboratively while also having the autonomy to manage your work and build meaningful connections with the young people you support.
About You




We're looking for someone who is resilient, engaging and passionate about helping children and young people thrive.
To be considered, you will have:
Minimum Certificate IV in a relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work or Behavioural Science, such as Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Youth Work or Community Services
Experience working with children and young people in out-of-home care, or the ability to quickly develop the required knowledge and skills
Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs using trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches
Understanding of Queensland's Child Protection system, relevant legislation and mandatory reporting requirements
Experience with case management, including planning, goal setting, stakeholder engagement and evaluation
Experience facilitating group programs, ideally including adventure-based learning
Ability to build effective relationships with young people and collaborate with a range of stakeholders
Strong communication, documentation and time-management skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Non-Negotiable Requirements
Current Blue Card, or willingness and eligibility to obtain
Approved Licensed Care Service (LCS2) check, or willingness to obtain
Recent National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain
Australian Citizenship or valid permanent working rights in Australia
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain
Valid Open Queensland Driver Licence
Hope & Healing Framework Certification, or willingness to obtain
What We Offer
Competitive hourly rate




Salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 tax free p.a.
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive and team-oriented team environment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing services for employees and their direct family members
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people
Silky Oaks is a not-for-profit organisation supporting children, young people and families through residential care, outreach and therapy services, homelessness services, and practical community supports through our pantry and op shop.
Since ****, we have responded to the needs of our community with care, courage and practical support.
At the heart of our work is the belief that every person has dignity, worth and value.
We exist to help people and communities thrive, especially those experiencing hardship, trauma or disconnection.
Silky Oaks has a Christian faith foundation that continues to shape our purpose, our view of people, and the way we serve children, young people, families and communities.
You do not need to personally hold the Christian faith to apply for this role.
We hire on merit and welcome people from all walks of life.
What matters is that you respect who we are, share in our mission, and are willing to work in a way that reflects our values and workplace cultural behaviours.
We value people who bring the right attitude, depth of character, sound judgement, professional skill and a willingness to keep learning.
People tend to thrive at Silky Oaks when they care deeply about the work, build trust with others, take ownership, and bring courage and commitment to difficult situations.
If you want your work to mean something, and you want to help children, young people and families feel safe, supported, and able to move forward, you may be a strong fit for Silky Oaks.
Applications close COB Tuesday 15 August ****
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📌 Outreach Therapeutic Support Worker (Queensland)
🏢 Silky Oaks Children's Haven
📍 Queensland