Permanent Part Time Residential Youth Worker

Edmen; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Personal (sick) leave

Superannuation

Permanent part-time employment

Consistent rostering

Job summary

HCA Youth and Community Services is seeking a Permanent Part-Time Residential Youth Worker to support children and young people in out-of-home care on a trauma-informed basis. The role offers a guaranteed minimum number of hours per fortnight and consistent rosters, with a 12-month fixed-term contract that could transition to permanent depending on performance.

You will work with Infinity Community Solutions, maintain professional boundaries, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Youth Work, Community Services, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum six months' experience working in residential youth work.
• Experience supporting children and young people presenting with complex or challenging behaviours.
• Current South Australian Driver's Licence (P2 or above).
• Current Working With Children Check.
• Relevant certifications (or willingness to obtain), including First Aid, CPR, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and other role-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Build safe, trusting relationships with young people.
• Support daily living activities including meals, personal hygiene, routines, and independent living skills.
• Transport young people to school, appointments, family contact, and recreational activities.
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive social engagement.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate case notes and documentation.
• Respond to challenging behaviours using trauma-informed and TCI-informed approaches.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders.
• Maintain professional boundaries, reflective practice, and personal well being.

Job description

Who We Are

HCA Youth and Community Services is one of Australia's leading community service providers, connecting skilled workers with organisations in child protection, disability, aged care, and mental health for over 30 years. We're committed to meaningful work and supportive employment experiences.

Position Overview

As a Permanent Part-Time Residential Youth Worker with HCA you will be working with our client Infinity Community Solutions, you'll support children and young people living in out-of-home care in a meaningful, trauma-informed role. We're seeking compassionate, resilient individuals who can confidently respond to complex behaviours while creating safe, supportive environments where young people can thrive.

This opportunity is ideal for those looking for greater stability and consistency in their work. You'll enjoy a guaranteed minimum number of hours each fortnight, more predictable rosters, and the opportunity to build stronger relationships by working consistently with the same teams, houses, and young people.

Your employment will commence on a 12-month fixed-term permanent part-time contract, with the opportunity to transition into an ongoing permanent position at the end of the contract, subject to performance and operational requirements.

What's on Offer

Guaranteed minimum number of working hours per fortnight, with rosters that are typically consistent each week.

• Competitive hourly rates ranging from $37.38 to $74.76, depending on the shift worked, with applicable penalty rates included.
• Paid annual leave and personal (sick) leave.
• Superannuation contributions.
• Greater job security through permanent part-time employment.
• More consistent rostering, allowing for greater placement continuity with the same houses, teams, and young people.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant and access to professional development opportunities.

Key Duties

• Build safe, trusting relationships with young people.
• Support daily living activities including meals, personal hygiene, routines, and independent living skills.
• Transport young people to school, appointments, family contact, and recreational activities.
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive social engagement.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate case notes and documentation.
• Respond to challenging behaviours using trauma-informed and TCI-informed approaches.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders.
• Maintain professional boundaries, reflective practice, and personal well being.

What You Need

• Availability to work overnight shifts ( minimum three per week, 2:30 pm-9:00 am sleepover) – this is essential.
  Certificate IV in Youth Work, Community Services, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum six months' experience working in residential youth work.
• Experience supporting children and young people presenting with complex or challenging behaviours.
• Current South Australian Driver's Licence (P2 or above).
• Current Working With Children Check.
• Relevant certifications (or willingness to obtain), including First Aid, CPR, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and other role-specific training.

Desirable

• Experience supporting young people with complex behavioural presentations.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed and therapeutic care principles.
• Demonstrated de-escalation, co-regulation, and relational repair skills.
• A person-centred approach with a strong understanding that behaviour is a form of communication.

If you're passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of young people and are looking for a role that offers stability, consistency, and meaningful work, we'd love to hear from you.