Trauma-Informed Youth Support Worker (Residential Care)

City Of Port Phillip; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

BRAVE Awards

Job summary

Aruma is seeking dedicated Support Worker staff for Bendigo to provide direct care within a residential setting and support young people with complex needs. The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, safety, and building family and community connections in a home-like environment.

You will join a team focused on empowering young people, with flexible, rostered shifts across 24/7 coverage, including awake nights. A commitment to inclusive, values-driven care is essential.

Qualifications

• Willingness to enrol in required qualification (if not already completed)
• Availability to work across a 24/7 roster including nights and sleepovers
• Current driver’s licence and vehicle for travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care in a residential setting.
• Promote positive family relationships and community connections.
• Operate within a trauma-informed framework to support young people with complex needs.

Skills

Night shifts & sleepovers

Trauma-informed care

Resilience & passion for youth

Education

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential Care)

Mandatory Top-Up Units Residential Care (4 Modules)

Valid Australian driver’s licence

Job description

Aruma is seeking dedicated Support Worker staff for Bendigo to provide direct care within a residential setting and support young people with complex needs. The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, safety, and building family and community connections in a home-like environment.

You will join a team focused on empowering young people, with flexible, rostered shifts across 24/7 coverage, including awake nights. A commitment to inclusive, values-driven care is essential.