Job Description

At Access Recreation, we are passionate about supporting people to live their best lives. We are currently seeking dedicated, values-driven Residential Youth Workers to join our passionate team supporting young people aged 12–17. This is more than a job - it's an prospect to provide stability, safety, support and hope to young people who need it most.

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About Our Home:

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We provide 24/7 care in a stable, homelike environment for young people with complex needs arising from trauma, neglect, abuse, or circumstances that prevent them from living safely at home.

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Our team works alongside young people in their daily lives – not from behind a desk. From preparing meals together and supporting daily routines to helping regulate emotions, attend appointments and navigate life's challenges, we show up consistently with care, compassion and professionalism.

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About The Role – Residential Youth Worker

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You will work directly with young people to provide care, guidance, emotional support and positive role modelling while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.

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Your responsibilities may include:

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- Supporting daily living skills, personal care and household routines
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- Assisting with recreation, education and community participation
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- Supporting young people through challenging behaviours using trauma-informed approaches
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- Implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans where required
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- Completing case notes, incident reports, sleep logs and other documentation
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- Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care
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What's on offer?

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Casual & Permanent part-time employment

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Immediate start (pending mandatory NDIS requirements)

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Casual: Ordinary $48.13 - $50.61 (inclusive of 25% loading), Saturday shift $67.38 - $72.91, Sunday shift $86.63- $93.74

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Receive sleepover allowance $100 for sleepover shifts

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Not-for-profit salary packaging optionsto increase take home pay (package up to $15,900 per FBT year)

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Flexible and supportive work environment

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Ongoing learning and development

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Certificate IV in Youth Work (or willingness to commence studies)

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Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or relevant experience supporting vulnerable people

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Suitable availability to work on a rotating flexible roster (will include a combination of day, afternoon and active night, sleepovers and weekend shifts)

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Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job that may include manual handling tasks

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Please direct jobenquiries toDarlene Lothian, Human ResourcesManager,via phone07 4922 7***or email********@accessrec.org.au

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📌 Youth Workers (SIL/Residential) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Access Recreation
📍 Rockhampton