Trauma-Informed Youth Support Worker (Sleepovers)

DCC Industry Group; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Post-crisis debriefing and EAP access

Cultural Practice Advisor support

Professional development and training

Job summary

DCC Industry Group is seeking a dedicated support worker to provide trauma-informed care for children and young people with complex needs in a residential setting in Queensland. The role requires 24 hours per week with regular sleepovers (2pm–6am or 4pm–8am) to support independence and positive life outcomes.

You will work within the Trauma Recovery Model, building stable relationships, supporting emotional regulation, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV or higher in Youth Work or Child, Youth and Family Intervention or equivalent per Residential Care standards.
• Demonstrated ability to support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.
• Experience with complex behaviours, trauma, disability or mental health challenges is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver trauma-informed, person-centred care and therapeutic support.
• Build positive relationships to support trust and emotional regulation.
• Assist with personal care, meals, medication administration and maintaining a safe home.
• Support daily living skills, hygiene, social development and independence.
• Transport young people to school, appointments and activities.
• Maintain connections to family, Mob and community where appropriate.
• Complete accurate documentation to support quality care and compliance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality support.
• Apply DCC’s Trauma Recovery Model to meet needs of high-risk youths.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Trauma-informed care

Behavioural support experience

OOHC experience

Flexibility for sleepovers

Professional boundaries

Education

Certificate IV or higher in Youth Work or related field

Job description

DCC Industry Group is seeking a dedicated support worker to provide trauma-informed care for children and young people with complex needs in a residential setting in Queensland. The role requires 24 hours per week with regular sleepovers (2pm–6am or 4pm–8am) to support independence and positive life outcomes.

You will work within the Trauma Recovery Model, building stable relationships, supporting emotional regulation, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.