Trauma-Informed Residential Youth Worker

Access Recreation; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 129,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleepover allowance

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Flexible roster

Ongoing learning and development

Job summary

Access Recreation is seeking dedicated Residential Youth Workers to support young people aged 12–17 in a stable, homelike environment. You will provide care, guidance and emotional support while maintaining safety and consistency in routines.

The role offers casual and permanent part-time employment with immediate start and benefits such as a sleepover allowance and not-for-profit salary packaging. Ideal candidates have or are willing to pursue formal youth work qualifications and are

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Youth Work is preferred or willingness to commence studies.
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or relevant experience supporting vulnerable people.
• Comfortable with rotating flexible roster including day, afternoon, night, sleepovers and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily living skills, personal care and household routines.
• Assisting with recreation, education and community participation.
• Supporting young people through challenging behaviours using trauma-informed approaches.
• Implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans where required.
• Completing case notes, incident reports, sleep logs and other documentation.
• Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Trauma-informed approaches

Youth work

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Job description

Access Recreation is seeking dedicated Residential Youth Workers to support young people aged 12–17 in a stable, homelike environment. You will provide care, guidance and emotional support while maintaining safety and consistency in routines.

The role offers casual and permanent part-time employment with immediate start and benefits such as a sleepover allowance and not-for-profit salary packaging. Ideal candidates have or are willing to pursue formal youth work qualifications and are