Youth Support

Edmen; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Weekly Pay

Competitive Hourly Rate

24/7 Service Team

Ongoing Support

Discounted meals and meal kits

Gym and pool access

Mental wellbeing support

Job summary

HCA Youth & Community is seeking a Casual Residential Youth Worker to support children and young people in out-of-home care. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment, assisting with daily living tasks and school attendance while promoting resilience and positive connections.

Rostered shifts offer flexibility and ongoing opportunities, with access to supervision and mental wellbeing support as part of the team. Training and development are encouraged within a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Hold (or be studying towards) a Certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Social Work, Disability Support Work or similar Community Services industry
• Australian Drivers License (OPEN)
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Police Check

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Create a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment
• Support daily living tasks including meals, personal care, hygiene, and routines
• Encourage independence, emotional regulation, and social development
• Assist with school attendance, appointments, and community participation
• Administer medication and maintain accurate case notes/documentation
• Support complex behaviours using trauma-informed practices and TCI strategies
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and care plans
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and reflective practice

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Australian Drivers License (OPEN)

Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

First Aid & CPR certificate

Police Check

Job description

Who Are We?

Ready to make a difference? HCA Youth & Community has connected exceptional youth and support workers with rewarding opportunities across Australia for over 30 years. Join a team that values compassion, resilience and connection, with flexible work and the support you need to thrive.

At HCA, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and rewarding work environment where our staff feel supported, valued, and empowered to make a genuine impact in the community.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling – Control your work-life balance via our app
• Weekly Pay – Get paid weekly to help manage your budget
• Competitive Hourly Rate – $46.76- $84.11 (incl. penalty rates)
• 24/7 Service Team – Dedicated coordinators available anytime
• Ongoing Support – Supervision plus access to EAP support

Fuel, Flex & Flourish

• Fuel – Discounted meals and meal kits from YouFoodz and EveryPlate delivered to your door.
• Flex – Affordable gym and pool access across Australia with Fitness Passport.
• Flourish – Free 24/7 mental wellbeing support through the PsychHealth app.

Position Overview

As a Casual Residential Youth Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children and young people living in out-of-home care. You’ll help create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment while supporting young people to build life skills, resilience, and positive connections. With rosters planned in advance, you’ll enjoy flexibility and greater work-life balance, with opportunities for consistent ongoing shifts as well as emergency and ad hoc work.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Create a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment
• Support daily living tasks including meals, personal care, hygiene, and routines
• Encourage independence, emotional regulation, and social development
• Assist with school attendance, appointments, and community participation
• Administer medication and maintain accurate case notes/documentation
• Support complex behaviours using trauma-informed practices and TCI strategies
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and care plans
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and reflective practice

We’re Looking For

To be considered for this Youth Worker role, you’ll need to have (or be open to obtaining) the following:

• Hold (or be studying towards) a Certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Social Work, Disability Support Work or similar Community Services industry
• Australian Drivers License (OPEN)
  Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Police Check

HCA Community Staffing Solutions is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages CALD, LGBTQIA+ and First Nations people to apply