Residential Youth Worker

9 hours ago

Logan Central Queensland Australia Staff on Standby Pty Full time $50,000 - $70,000 per year

Residential Youth Worker – Casual Opportunities

Staff on Standby (SOS) – Looking for staff in Logan, Ipswich or Gold Coast Regions

Are you ready to make a real difference in young lives?

At Staff on Standby (SOS), we're passionate about providing safe, supportive, and nurturing care for vulnerable young people. We're looking for resilient, compassionate, and adaptable Youth Workers to join our team on a casual basis.

What You'll Do


• Create a safe, stable, and supportive environment


• Build positive, trusting relationships that empower healing and growth


• Support young people's access to education, healthcare, and life skills


• Encourage resilience, independence, and healthy decision-making


• Maintain daily routines and a nurturing home environment


• Complete clear written and verbal reports


• Assist with tailored behaviour management strategies

About You

You are calm, flexible, and creative, with the ability to connect meaningfully with young people. To succeed, you'll need:


• A strong understanding of trauma-informed care and the child protection system


• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills


• Resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic role

Requirements

LCS (Licensed Care Check) – highly preferred, ideally completed within the past 12 months (or willingness to obtain a new check)

Blue Card (Working with Children Check)

National Police Check (within last 6 months)

Certificate IV in Youth/Community Services (or near completion of relevant qualification)

Hope & Healing Certification (or willingness to complete)

Current First Aid & CPR

QLD Driver's Licence (preferably Opens)

Flexibility for rotating rosters (nights, weekends, public holidays)

Why Join SOS?


• Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle


• Competitive pay + extra hours available


• Professional development & training (including Supervision and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training)


• Supportive team culture with 24/7 on-call support


• No use of your own vehicle on shift

How to Apply

Send us your resume and a one-page cover letter addressing the key responsibilities. Don't forget to complete the screening questions before submitting your application.

For questions, contact us at

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted (check your junk/spam folder). You must be authorised to work in Australia. Pre-employment checks apply.

Ready to inspire and support young people? Apply now and be part of the change

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