Youth Support Worker

Lifestyle Solutions; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading youth support organization based in Rockhampton is seeking a compassionate Therapeutic Youth Worker to support young individuals in care. This part-time role will involve building positive relationships, assisting with daily routines, and creating a safe, structured environment. Candidates should possess a Certificate IV in a relevant field and are encouraged to apply online. The position offers a competitive salary and diverse perks.

Benefits

Hourly rate as per SCHADS Award Level 3.1

Salary packaging, up to $15,900 tax-free

Entertainment card, up to $2,650

Dining, travel and retail discounts

Guidance on government-funded Cert IV training

Paid face-to-face and online training

Supportive and passionate team

Qualifications

• Full Australian Driver's License, First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• NDIS Worker Screening and Working with Children Check.
• Availability across a range of shifts, including weekends and overnights.

Responsibilities

• Supporting young people with daily routines, care, and activities.
• Building positive relationships based on trust and respect.
• Creating safe, structured therapeutic environments.
• Responding calmly to challenges and behavioural needs.
• Working collaboratively on individualised care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Solutions-focused mindset

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work, Child & Family, or Community Services

Job description

Overview

Make a real impact. Every shift is a chance to change a life. As a permanent part-time Therapeutic Youth Worker (Rockhampton location) with Lifestyle Solutions, you’ll support young people in care to feel safe, build trust, and believe in their futures. If you’re calm, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Hourly rate: SCHADS Award Level 3.1


• Salary packaging, up to $15,900 tax-free – take home more of your pay


• Entertainment card, up to $2,650


• Dining, travel and retail discounts


• Guidance on government-funded Cert IV training


• Paid face to face and online training


• Supportive and passionate team

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate IV in Youth Work, Child & Family, or Community Services
  
  
  
  • or willingness to enroll - we can connect you with government-funded training options!
  
  
  
  


• Full Australian Driver’s License, First Aid and CPR Certificate


• NDIS Worker Screening and Working with Children Check


• Empathy, resilience, and a solutions-focused mindset


• Availability across a range of shifts, including weekends and overnights

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting young people with daily routines, care, and activities


• Building positive relationships based on trust and respect


• Creating safe, structured therapeutic environments


• Responding calmly to challenges and behavioural needs


• Working collaboratively on individualised care plans

Ready to Change Lives?

Apply online today! Shortlisting is ongoing, so get in early!

If you have any questions, please contact Paige at [e-mail]

We Celebrate Diversity

Lifestyle Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We champion inclusion and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTI communities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.