Residential Site Support Officer - After-Hours & Weekends

Blue Care; Cooktown; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Super

Casual loading

Diversity & Inclusion program

Job summary

BlueCare is seeking a casual Site Support Worker to join the Pinangba team at Cooktown's Cape York Family Centre. The role focuses on safety, lone-working checks, and supporting residents in residential AOD rehabilitation settings.

You will perform perimeter security, lockdown checks, assist with daily tasks, respond to emergencies, and document observations. The position requires First Aid/CPR, weekend availability, and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications or ability to acquire.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.
• Sound computer skills and ability to read/send emails and online training modules.
• Clear written observation notes and incident reporting.
• Ability to work shift work, including after-hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain site safety and security with perimeter checks hourly or as directed.
• Perform afternoon lockdown checks of buildings and vehicles.
• Monitor on-site conduct to prevent contraband and substance use.
• De-escalate conflicts and respond to emergencies with on-call support.
• Document observations in the Site Support Worker book and via email.
• Provide practical support (transport, Centrelink and banking) as directed.
• Assist clients with medication procedures and support daily tasks.
• Undertake regular cleaning tasks and report maintenance issues.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islandereng

Computer skills

Written communication

Shift work weekends

Education

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

BlueCare is seeking a casual Site Support Worker to join the Pinangba team at Cooktown's Cape York Family Centre. The role focuses on safety, lone-working checks, and supporting residents in residential AOD rehabilitation settings.

You will perform perimeter security, lockdown checks, assist with daily tasks, respond to emergencies, and document observations. The position requires First Aid/CPR, weekend availability, and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.