Support Worker (Disability & Child Safety)

We’re looking for experienced and compassionate Child Safety Support Workers to support children and young people across Logan and Ipswich. Working within out‑of‑home care environments, you’ll provide the consistency, structure and encouragement young people need to feel safe, develop life skills and participate in their community.

What You’ll Do

Build safe, respectful and consistent relationships with children and young people

Provide day‑to‑day support within a home environment

Support school attendance, appointments, activities and community participation

Help young people develop everyday living skills, routines and independence

Use trauma‑informed and person‑centred approaches

Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging situations and behaviours

Maintain professional boundaries while creating a supportive setting

Administer medication in line with individual plans and DCR procedures

Complete accurate shift notes, handovers and incident documentation

Work closely with colleagues and other stakeholders to provide consistent care

About You

We’re looking for people who understand that working with vulnerable young people takes more than good intentions. You’ll need to be able to build rapport without losing boundaries, remain calm when situations become challenging, and provide consistent support even on difficult days.

Previous experience supporting children or young people, ideally within Child Safety, residential care, youth work or complex support environments

Confidence working independently and as part of a broader care team





Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

Sound judgement, resilience and emotional maturity A genuine commitment to the safety, wellbeing and development of young people

Flexibility to work across AM, PM, weekend, overnight and sleepover shifts

Qualifications & Essential Requirements To be considered, you must hold, be completing or be enrolled in a relevant minimum Certificate IV qualification, such as:

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Certificate IV in Community Services

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Another relevant qualification

You Will Also Require

Current Queensland Open or P2 Driver Licence

Reliable vehicle with current registration and comprehensive insurance

Evidence of eligibility to work in Australia

Current First Aid and CPR

Valid Blue Card

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

Child Safety Division LCS2 Clearance

Ability to meet DCR and Child Safety compliance requirements

Why Join DCR?

For more than 28 years, DCR has supported people with complex care needs across South East Queensland. We want our Support Workers to feel supported too.

Flexible roster options

Ongoing AM, PM, weekend and sleepover shifts

Paid induction

Travel reimbursement

Heavily subsidised Certificate IV training opportunities through our partners

Regular supervision, coaching and support from experienced leaders

Ongoing learning and professional development

Opportunities to build experience across specialised and complex support environments

Employee Assistance Program A supportive and inclusive team

📌 Program Leader: Disability Support For Children & Youth (Brisbane)
🏢 Theircare
📍 Brisbane