Program Leader: Disability Support For Children & Youth

Theircare Pty; Brisbane; Vor Ort; AUD 60.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible roster options

Travel reimbursement

Paid induction

Certificate IV training subsidies

Supervision and coaching

Zusammenfassung

DCR is seeking experienced Child Safety Support Workers to assist children and young people across South East Queensland in out‑of‑home care settings. You will provide structure, encouragement and safe, supportive care to help youth participate in their community and develop life skills.

Role involves trauma‑informed, person‑centred approaches, maintaining boundaries, and collaboration with a care team to ensure consistent care and safety for vulnerable youth.

Qualifikationen

• Certificate IV or higher in relevant field (Child, Youth & Family, Youth Work, Community Services or Mental Health).
• Current Queensland Open or P2 Driver Licence required.
• First Aid and CPR current.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and Blue Card required.

Aufgaben

• 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 environment.
• 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.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Relationship‑building

Trauma‑informed approach

Calm under pressure

Ausbildung

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Certificate IV in Community Services

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Jobbeschreibung

Support Worker (Disability & Child Safety)

Job Description

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 environment
• 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