Your experience can make a difference at ac.care.

Looking for a career with purpose, flexibility and strong earning potential?

We're seeking Child and Youth Workers to join our Residential Care team in Mount Gambier.

- Earning potential of $100,000 per year
- Flexible shift-based work arrangements
- Ongoing training and support
- Career pathways and professional development

Previous youth work experience isn't essential. If you're caring, reliable, respectful and willing to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Create everyday moments that matter.

Child and Youth Workers help create safe, supportive home environments where young people can build confidence, strengthen relationships, develop life skills and stay connected to their community.

The role is built around everyday experiences. Sharing a meal. Supporting routines. Encouraging a new skill. Celebrating achievements. Being a consistent and trusted presence.

While every young person's circumstances are different, positive relationships, connection and belonging can play an important role in helping them learn, grow and work towards their goals.

About the role

Our Residential Care homes operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so flexibility to work across a rotating roster is essential.

In this role, you will:

- Create a safe, welcoming and supportive home environment.

- Build positive relationships with children and young people.

- Support the development of life skills, independence and confidence.

- Encourage participation in school, community, sporting and cultural activities.

- Respond positively to challenges and changing situations.

- Support young people to pursue their goals, interests and aspirations.

- Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver quality care and support.

- Assist with everyday household activities including cooking,



shopping and maintaining a comfortable home environment.

- Maintain records and documentation that support quality care and service delivery.

About you

You don't need to have all the answers.

We're looking for people who are caring, reliable, respectful and willing to learn. If you enjoy building relationships, supporting others and contributing positively to your community, this role could be right for you.

You'll bring:

- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

- The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

- A willingness to learn and develop your practice.

- Sound problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

- Self-awareness, resilience and a positive attitude.

- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

- Respect for diverse cultures, identities and experiences.

- A commitment to building positive relationships with children and young people.

Qualifications A Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (or equivalent) is preferred.

Don't have the qualification yet? We'll support and subsidise you to complete the qualification through a local training provider while you work.

Special conditions

- A current South Australian Driver's Licence (or equivalent) is required.

- Successful applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain:

- Working With Children Check

- National Police Check

- Psychological Suitability Assessment





- Child Safe Environments training

- Current First Aid Certificate

- Completion of required trauma-responsive practice training.

Why join ac.care?

At ac.care, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

We know meaningful work starts with a supported workforce, which is why we invest in our people through strong leadership, ongoing learning and opportunities for qualified growth.

When you join ac.care, you'll benefit from:

- Meaningful work that contributes to stronger communities

- Competitive pay, with earning potential of $100,000 per year

- Six weeks annual leave

- Salary packaging benefits that can help increase your take-home pay

- Flexible shift-based work arrangements

- Ongoing supervision, training and professional development

- Supportive teams and experienced leaders

- Clear pathways for career progression

- A workplace that values respect, collaboration and continuous learning

- The opportunity to make a positive contribution through everyday relationships and experiences.

Whether you're starting a new career or taking the next step in your professional journey, you'll be joining an organisation committed to helping country people have safe homes, enough money to live on and strong, positive relationships.

How to apply In support of your application please:

- A cover letter outlining your reasons for applying and addressing the essential qualifications and experience from the position description.

- Include a current CV/Resume with contact details for two (2) referees, one (1) of whom must be, or have been, your direct line manager.

For more information please call Lynne Lambert on 08 •••• •400.

Applications open until positions are filled.

www.accare.org.au

Anglican Community Care Inc

📌 Child and Youth Worker (Mount Gambier)
🏢 ac.care
📍 Mount Gambier