When you join MercyCare, you become part of something bigger than a job. You join a community of people who show up for Western Australians at the moments that matter most - from early learning and disability support, to family, community and aged care services. We live by our values of respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence and courage, and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and vulnerable people in our community.
About the role
Every day is different as you create a safe, welcoming home for young people using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, this incredibly rewarding role that is more than a job. Walk alongside young people developing confidence, independence and the skills to thrive. Our team is offering a variety of shifts of 7am – 5:30pm, 5:15pm-11pm or (sleep 11pm-7am) including weekdays and weekends.
About you
Like us, and Witney Housten, you believe young people are the future, guide them well and let then lead the way! You are down to earth, able to respond to life’s curveballs as the calm in the storm when needed, while also modelling sometimes the daily routines are the best. Some key experience you bring will include:
- Experience in a similar role supporting young people
- Certificate IV in Youth Work, Community Services or similar
- A good understanding of applying trauma-informed and person-centred practice in the ‘real world’
- Self-motivation, responsibility, creativity, and in your core you’ll life and breathe the believe that people need each other to truly succeed, it’s corny but teamwork really does make the dream work
- A full current Driver's Licence (essential)
- Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)
About the benefits You'll join an inclusive, Western Australian team focused on making a positive impact in peoples lives. Our MercyCare Promise ensures we are connected and empowered. Some extra perks are:
- Not for profit Salary Packaging including meals and entertainment options
- Access to additional personal leave, ongoing career development and coaching from some of WA’s best youth practitioners
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations
How To Apply Click "Apply Now" to share your application. Upload your CV first to prepopulate your application details – yay for less typing! We are looking for our new team mate ASAP so apply early, applications close on 11 October 2026.
Mercy Care values individuality. If you experience neurodiversity or live with a disability and accommodations will help you apply drop us a message at
[email protected]
When life needs care, we are there
As a leading Western Australian "for purpose" organisation with a 175-year history, our story continues through the care and services provided by our teams. We support all Western Australians through to develop confidence, independence and skill to thrive life’s journey in a values-driven workplace where you can belong, grow and thrive.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, genders and sexualities.
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