?Male Disability or Youth Support Worker (Urgent) Location: Golden Grove, South Australia **** Service Commencement: ASAP Shifts: To be confirmed upon onboarding (may include flexible or extended hours) Are You a Strong, Grounded, and Experienced Male Support Worker?
We are urgently seeking a highly capable and confident male Disability or Youth Support Worker to join our trauma-informed team in Golden Grove, SA.
This role is not for the faint of heart—it requires someone with the strength, patience, and professional skill to support a complex young person (YP) with challenging behaviors and high medical needs.You'll play a crucial role in the life of a young male client who is navigating severe behavioral challenges and multiple diagnoses.
The right candidate will not only have experience—but a heart for restoring trust, building connection, and providing safe structure.
⚠️Client OverviewYou'll be supporting a complex male youth with a range of behavioral, developmental, and emotional needs.
? Medical Conditions Include:•Intellectual Disability•Autism Spectrum Disorder – Level 3•ADHD Behavioral Challenges:•Absconding•Threatening and intimidating behavior•Physical aggression•Verbal aggression✅ Key Responsibilities•Provide secure and consistent daily structure to a complex young person•Implement strategies to manage and de-escalate behavioral episodes•Support with personal care, meal prep, and medication compliance•Facilitate community access (e.g., walks, outings, structured programs)•Maintain thorough and professional documentation•Be a reliable, steady role model—capable of building trust•Follow tailored Behavior Support Plans and work closely with clinical and care teams Who We're Looking ForWe're searching for a solid male support worker who is trauma-informed, boundary-conscious,



and confident in working with complex, high-intensity clients.
Required Experience and Attributes:•Minimum 2 years experience with high-intensity behaviors•Proven success working with young people (YPs) in disability or residential care•Very strong verbal and written English communication skills•Physically fit and capable of participating in active, high-energy routines•Experienced in de-escalation and behavior regulation•Emotionally resilient and naturally calm in crises•Demonstrated experience in trauma-informed practice Essential Qualifications & Training•Certificate III or IV in Disability, Youth Work, or Individual Support•NDIS Worker Screening Check•Employee Working with Children Check (SA)•National Police Check (within 12 months)•Current First Aid & CPR•Valid Australian Driver's License + reliable, insured vehicle•CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention) training (preferred)•Trauma-Informed Care Training•Understanding of complex diagnosis support models Why Work With Connecting Families?
=At Connecting Families, we don't just fill rosters—we change lives.
Our work is grounded in compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to trauma-informed care.
You'll be supported by a dedicated team who understands the demands of your role and values the impact you make each day.We provide:•Ongoing training and clinical guidance•A strong, collaborative team culture•Opportunities to grow with a purpose-driven organization•Clients that challenge you — and remind you why you started this work Ready to Be the Anchor in Someone's Storm?
This is more than a job—it's a mission.
If you have the heart, the hands-on experience, and the mental toughness to support a young person in crisis, then we want to hear from you.
Apply now to become a vital part of a team where every shift makes a difference.

📌 Male Disability Or Youth Support Worker (Urgent) (Adelaide)
🏢 Connecting Families Group
📍 Adelaide