Connect Community Workforce Specialists PTY LTD – Ipswich QLD
Residential Youth Worker (Casual)
Ipswich & Greater Brisbane
Make a Difference in the Life of a Young Person
Connect Community Workforce Specialists (Connect CWS) is seeking compassionate and dedicated Residential Youth Workers to join our growing team.
As a Residential Youth Worker, you will support children and young people living in residential care to achieve positive outcomes, develop life skills and build meaningful connections in a protected and supportive home environment.
At Connect CWS, we understand the important role Residential Youth Workers play in the lives of young people.
We are committed to supporting our staff through quality training, regular communication and a positive team culture.
Why Join Connect CWS?
SCHADS Award rates plus applicable penalties and allowances
Flexible casual employment to suit your lifestyle
Sleepover, day, afternoon, weekend and public holiday shifts available
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Supportive and approachable leadership team
Regular supervision and support
Genuine opportunities for career progression
Potential pathway to permanent part-time or full-time employment for high-performing team members
Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference in the lives of young people
About the Role
As a Residential Youth Worker, you will:
Support young people with their daily routines and activities
Build positive and professional relationships
Assist with education, appointments and community participation
Encourage the development of life skills and independence
Maintain a safe,



supportive and nurturing home environment
Complete case notes, incident reports and other documentation
Transport young people to appointments and activities
Work collaboratively with colleagues and key stakeholders
This service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Successful applicants must be available to work a variety of shifts, including sleepovers, weekends and public holidays.
What We're Looking For
Essential
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services or a related field, or actively working towards completion
Current Blue Card, or willingness to obtain
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to obtain
Current Australian Driver Licence
Strong written communication and record-keeping skills
Sound computer literacy
Understanding of trauma-informed practice and working with young people
Availability to work sleepover and weekend shifts
Desirable
Experience working with children and young people
Residential care, youth work or community services experience
Hope and Healing training
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Experience supporting young people with complex needs
About Connect CWS
Connect CWS delivers quality support services to children, young people and families across Queensland.
Our focus is on creating safe, supportive environments where young people can thrive while ensuring our staff are equipped, supported and valued in their roles.
If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a team that values professionalism, compassion and positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Residential Youth Worker (Queensland)
🏢 Connect Community Workforce Specialists
📍 Queensland