Youth Worker | Permanent Opportunities

Red Centre Support Services Pty Ltd; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Centre Support Services (RCSS) in Mount Isa, Queensland, seeks committed Youth Workers to support children and young people living in residential care.

As a Youth Worker you will build trusting relationships, support daily routines, meals, transport and activities, while maintaining professional boundaries and safety.

Local applicants welcome or relocation considered; eligibility includes blue card and mandatory training.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification that meets Queensland residential care requirements, or enrolment in a recognised qualification.
• Relevant experience in youth work, residential care, community services, education or another related field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Sound judgement, professional boundaries and a commitment to child safety.
• A willingness to work a rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays and sleepovers.
• A current driver licence and the ability to transport young people safely.
• The right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Building trusting relationships through consistent, respectful care.
• Supporting daily routines, personal development and independent living skills.
• Assisting with meals, household tasks, appointments and transport.
• Encouraging participation in education, recreation and community activities.
• Supporting emotional regulation and responding appropriately to challenging behaviours.
• Following individual support plans and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Completing accurate records, shift notes and incident reports.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and management to provide consistent care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Roster flexibility

Sleepover readiness

Education

Relevant qualification meeting Queensland residential care requirements

Job description

Red Centre Support Services Pty Ltd – Mount Isa QLD

Youth Workers | Permanent Opportunities | Mount Isa

Red Centre Support Services | Permanent opportunities | Mount Isa, Queensland

Summary

Build a meaningful career supporting young people in Mount Isa. Welcoming local applicants and people ready to make a long-term move.

Key selling points

• Ongoing employment supporting young people in residential care.
• Welcoming Mount Isa locals and applicants planning a long-term relocation.
• Short-term transitional accommodation may be considered for relocating employees.

Build your career. Become part of the community.

Are you already living in Mount Isa and looking for meaningful work close to home? Or are you ready to make a long-term move and establish yourself in a regional community?

Red Centre Support Services (RCSS) is seeking committed Youth Workers to support children and young people living in residential care.

We are looking for people who want to build lasting professional relationships, contribute to a consistent care team and make a positive difference through everyday support.

About the role

As a Youth Worker, you will help provide a safe, stable and supportive home environment for young people who have experienced challenges in their lives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building trusting relationships through consistent, respectful care.
• Supporting daily routines, personal development and independent living skills.
• Assisting with meals, household tasks, appointments and transport.
• Encouraging participation in education, recreation and community activities.
• Supporting emotional regulation and responding appropriately to challenging behaviours.
• Following individual support plans and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Completing accurate records, shift notes and incident reports.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and management to provide consistent care.

The role requires patience, resilience and a willingness to remain calm and engaged when situations become challenging.

About you

We are seeking reliable people who understand that consistency matters in the lives of young people.

You will bring:

• A relevant qualification that meets Queensland residential care requirements, or enrolment in a recognised qualification.
• Relevant experience in youth work, residential care, community services, education or another related field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Sound judgement, professional boundaries and a commitment to child safety.
• A willingness to work a rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays and sleepovers.
• A current driver licence and the ability to transport young people safely.
• The right to work in Australia.

Appointment is subject to the applicable Blue Card, satisfactory Child Safety and Personal History Screening (LCS2), reference checks and completion of mandatory training.

Already hold relevant qualifications and current clearances? Include these in your application so we can identify your remaining onboarding requirements.

Local applicants

We welcome applications from Mount Isa residents who want to build a long-term career supporting young people in their own community.

Your local knowledge, community connections and commitment to the region can make a valuable contribution to our team.

Considering a move to Mount Isa?

We also welcome applicants who are ready to relocate and make Mount Isa their ongoing home.

Short-term transitional accommodation may be available on a case‑by‑case basis, subject to availability and individual circumstances. Any accommodation assistance must be agreed before relocation and is intended to support your transition while you establish your own housing.

Please outline your relocation plans and anticipated timeframe in your application.

Join a team where your consistency, care and commitment can make a lasting difference.

RCSS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.