Waking Nights Youth Support Worker – Growth & Impact

Shaw Trust; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Level 3 Diploma funded

Career progression

Attendance bonus

Annual leave

Free meals

Staff discounts

Well-being support

Christmas voucher

Job summary

Homes2Inspire is seeking a Waking Nights Youth Support Worker to help vulnerable young people in our residential childcare setting. No prior care experience is required; we provide full training and a funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, plus structured career progression.

You will work night shifts, support emotional resilience, build trust, and maintain a safe environment. Competitive benefits include paid induction and annual leave.

Qualifications

• Strong, compassionate personality.
• Emotional resilience and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Willingness to learn and grow with training.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and manage workload independently.
• Maintain a safe, secure environment for young people.
• Build trust and positive relationships to encourage engagement.
• Set clear boundaries and act as a positive role model.
• Complete and maintain accurate house paperwork and reports.

Skills

Compassionate personality

Emotional resilience

Flexible shifts

Problem-solving

Life experience

Education

Level 3 Diploma Residential Childcare

Job description

Homes2Inspire is seeking a Waking Nights Youth Support Worker to help vulnerable young people in our residential childcare setting. No prior care experience is required; we provide full training and a funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, plus structured career progression.

You will work night shifts, support emotional resilience, build trust, and maintain a safe environment. Competitive benefits include paid induction and annual leave.