Youth Residential Care Worker — Build Futures

Justice; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

MANAWISE Care is seeking a Youth Worker to support young people across our residential homes in Brisbane South and across Southwest Queensland. The role starts casual with strong pathways to permanent part-time, offering opportunities to grow as new homes open and the program expands.

You will work in established and new homes, providing a safe, nurturing environment, building resilience, and helping young people develop essential life skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Youth Work, Child Safety, or a related field
• Current, unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence (open class)
• Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, or similar (or working towards it)
• First Aid & CPR certification
• Current Paid Blue Card
• National Police Check (within 6 months)
• Ability to obtain LCS check
• Hope & Healing Module certificate (we can assist if needed)

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, supportive, and structured home environment
• Build strong, positive relationships with young people
• Support emotional, social, and life skill development
• Encourage healthy decision-making and wellbeing
• Collaborate with a therapeutic care team to deliver tailored plans
• Complete daily documentation, case notes, and reports
• Experience in Youth Work, Child Safety, or a related field

Skills

Youth Work

Child Safety

Driver’s Licence

First Aid CPR

Blue Card

Police Check

LCS Check

Healing Module

Education

Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention

Job description

MANAWISE Care is seeking a Youth Worker to support young people across our residential homes in Brisbane South and across Southwest Queensland. The role starts casual with strong pathways to permanent part-time, offering opportunities to grow as new homes open and the program expands.

You will work in established and new homes, providing a safe, nurturing environment, building resilience, and helping young people develop essential life skills.