Residential Care Officer

BuildRight Construction AU; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BuildRight Construction AU is seeking a dedicated Residential Care Officer for a full-time role delivering high-quality, person-centred disability support across Australia. Join a growing organisation committed to dignity, wellbeing and community participation.

Based in Queensland with relocation possible within the region, you will work in residential and supported accommodation settings, assist with personal care, daily living activities, medication administration, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Diploma qualification or overseas Bachelor's degree, preferably in Nursing, or at least three years of experience in lieu of formal qualifications
• Minimum three years of experience in disability support, residential care, or community services
• Willingness to relocate within Queensland or New South Wales
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• Eligible to obtain required worker screening clearances
• Ability to provide a Police Clearance Certificate
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience supporting participants with complex behaviours or high-intensity support needs is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to participants in residential accommodation
• Assist with personal care, grooming, dressing, mobility, and daily living activities
• Support meal preparation and other household tasks
• Promote participant independence, dignity, and social inclusion
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, carers, and health care professionals
• Support participants in achieving goals outlined in individual support plans
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with organisational policies
• Maintain accurate progress notes, documentation, and incident reports
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and behavioural support requirements
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety policies and relevant care standards
• Participate in team meetings, ongoing training, and quality improvement initiatives
• Work rotating rosters including weekends, public holidays, overnight, and sleepover shifts

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Relocation willing

Education

Diploma qualification or overseas Bachelor's degree

Nursing degree preferred

Job description

Join a growing disability support organisation committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care to individuals living with disability across Australia. This full-time opportunity is ideal for experienced Residential Care Officers who are passionate about improving the lives of others while building a rewarding career in Australia.

Working within residential and supported accommodation settings, you will provide compassionate support that promotes independence, dignity, wellbeing, and community participation. Sponsorship is available for suitably qualified international candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to participants in residential accommodation
• Assist with personal care, grooming, dressing, mobility, and daily living activities
• Support meal preparation and other household tasks
• Promote participant independence, dignity, and social inclusion
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, carers, and health care professionals
• Support participants in achieving goals outlined in individual support plans
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with organisational policies
• Maintain accurate progress notes, documentation, and incident reports
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and behavioural support requirements
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety policies and relevant care standards
• Participate in team meetings, ongoing training, and quality improvement initiatives
• Work rotating rosters including weekends, public holidays, overnight, and sleepover shifts

Requirements & Eligibility

• Diploma qualification or overseas Bachelor's degree, preferably in Nursing, or at least three years of experience in lieu of formal qualifications
• Minimum three years of experience in disability support, residential care, or community services
• Willingness to relocate within Queensland or New South Wales
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• Eligible to obtain required worker screening clearances
• Ability to provide a Police Clearance Certificate
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience supporting participants with complex behaviours or high-intensity support needs is an advantage
• Knowledge of disability support standards and positive behavioural support is desirable
• Medication administration and manual handling experience is highly regarded
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality, person-centred care

Special Instructions

Visa sponsorship is available for suitably qualified and eligible international applicants. Full visa sponsorship available under Australia Subclass 482 / 186 Employer Nomination.