Residential Care Worker - Atherton

Kanda; Atherton; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction

Shadow shifts

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

Wellness app access

Rewards hub

CEO Scholarship program

Job summary

Kanda is seeking dedicated carers to support children and young people with diverse needs in a residential or community setting. You'll help with daily routines, school mornings, meals, and activities, while prioritizing safety, respect, and individual plans.

This role requires patience, calm decision-making, and the ability to handle challenging behaviours using trauma-informed, person-centred approaches. Shifts include days, nights, and sleepovers, with a commitment to consistent,

Qualifications

• Ability to support children and young people with diverse needs in daily routines and activities.
• Experience applying trauma-informed, person-centred approaches in challenging situations.
• Commitment to safety and maintaining respectful relationships in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with daily routines, meals, school readiness and activities.
• Assist with appointments, training, and participation in activities that matter to each individual.
• Care for household routines and life skills while maintaining safety and dignity in every moment.
• Respond calmly to escalated behaviours and support a safe, respectful environment.

Skills

Trust-building with youth

Clear communication

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation

Professional boundaries

Education

Certificate IV in Community Services / Youth Work or related

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

There isn’t a script, no day is the same.

You’re supporting children and young people who each have their own personalities, experiences, strengths, challenges and goals, One shift might involve getting everyone ready for school, preparing meals and making sure the day gets off to a good start. Another might involve helping with homework, attending an appointment, heading to training or supporting a young person to take part in something they enjoy.

You might help with household routines and life skills or sit and listen after a difficult day, you might manage challenging behaviour while keeping everyone safe and maintaining a respectful relationship.

That’s where your ability to stay calm, think clearly and respond quickly rather than react, really matters.

You are the adult in the room who can stay steady. You don’t need to have all the answers. You do need to be willing to learn, stay curious and keep showing up.

You might be a great fit if you:

• Genuinely enjoy working with children and young people
• Can build trust while maintaining professional boundaries and follow individual support plans
• Communicate clearly and listen without judgement
• Can manage challenging situations and taking appropriate steps
• Can bring warmth, humour, structure and positivity to the home
• Understand that small moments can have a big impact

You'll Bring

• A current Australian driver's licence (minimum P2).
• A Working with Children Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain them.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• A completed or currently enrolled in a minimum Certificate IV in Community Services, Youth Work, Social Work or a related qualification (Minimum Qualifications - information sheet)
• Experience supporting people with complex behaviours, including using trauma-informed, person-centred approaches and maintaining safety during escalated situations.
• Availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts across a 24/7 roster (days, nights, sleepovers, weekends)/ including the ability to complete a minimum of two sleepover shifts per fortnight. Common roster of care: 8am – 4pm, 4pm -8am (sleepover 10pm-6am).

Why You’ll Love Working with Kanda

• Paid induction with supported shadow shifts to set you up for success
• Strong local leadership & On-Call - real people, ready to support you when you need it
• Paid training including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and The Sanctuary Model
• Wellness initiatives plus 24/7 access to the Sonder wellbeing app
• Access to an employee rewards hub providing savings and cashback across everyday purchases
• Availability to apply for yearly CEO Scholarship program initiative for selected qualification’s
• Employee recognition initiatives, including gift vouchers and service rewards
• Free Orbit World Travel Club membership and travel perks

Kanda is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and comfortable to be themselves. At Kanda, every voice matters, every culture is valued, and we believe that diverse perspectives aren’t just welcome they’re essential to who we are and what we do.