Residential Youth Care Specialist

2 weeks ago


Mackay, Queensland, Australia IFYS Ltd Full time

About IFYS Ltd

At IFYS Ltd, we strive to create a nurturing environment that fosters growth and development for all individuals who access our services. Our goal is to ensure that those who engage with our services feel valued, supported, and inspired.

Our Approach

We believe that our people are our most valuable asset, and as such, we continuously assess and enhance our framework of support. We implement new practices and procedures, such as the Sanctuary Model of Care, which promotes emotional, social, moral, and physical well-being for both our staff and clients.

The Role

As a Residential Youth Worker, you will be responsible for delivering day-to-day care to young people in our Residential Care house. This may include supporting young people to manage challenging behaviors, planning or attending activities, and following daily routines to promote life-skills development.

What's on Offer

  • Casual employment with competitive hourly rates
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • A supportive and dedicated on-call team for after-hours support
  • No rostered 24-hour shifts or use of personal vehicles on shift

About You

We are looking for a flexible and adaptable individual who is open to learning and building rapport with young people. You will need to have resilience and good professional boundaries, as well as the ability to complete admin tasks and work with computers.

Essential Requirements

  • A QLD Working With Children Blue Card or have applied for one
  • Current valid driver's license with no restrictions
  • Ability to provide two references from recent employers
  • Already hold or are enrolled in a Certificate IV or higher in a relevant field


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