Casual Youth Support Worker — Trauma-Informed & Flexible

Edmen; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Weekly Pay

Competitive Hourly Rate

24/7 Service Team

Ongoing Support

Discounted meals and meal kits

Gym and pool access

Mental wellbeing support

Job summary

HCA Youth & Community is seeking a Casual Residential Youth Worker to support children and young people in out-of-home care. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment, assisting with daily living tasks and school attendance while promoting resilience and positive connections.

Rostered shifts offer flexibility and ongoing opportunities, with access to supervision and mental wellbeing support as part of the team. Training and development are encouraged within a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Hold (or be studying towards) a Certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Social Work, Disability Support Work or similar Community Services industry
• Australian Drivers License (OPEN)
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Police Check

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Create a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment
• Support daily living tasks including meals, personal care, hygiene, and routines
• Encourage independence, emotional regulation, and social development
• Assist with school attendance, appointments, and community participation
• Administer medication and maintain accurate case notes/documentation
• Support complex behaviours using trauma-informed practices and TCI strategies
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and care plans
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and reflective practice

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Australian Drivers License (OPEN)

Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

First Aid & CPR certificate

Police Check

Job description

HCA Youth & Community is seeking a Casual Residential Youth Worker to support children and young people in out-of-home care. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment, assisting with daily living tasks and school attendance while promoting resilience and positive connections.

Rostered shifts offer flexibility and ongoing opportunities, with access to supervision and mental wellbeing support as part of the team. Training and development are encouraged within a supportive workplace.