Residential Youth Support Worker
6 days ago
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for Residential Youth Support Workers within our MyLaunchPad Team, based in the Smithton area. This program is designed to help young people who are unable to be placed through standard placement avenues, such as foster care, specialist care or other residential contracted service. These are hands-on Permanent Part-Time or Casual positions, with most time spent in the house or participating in recreational activities. You will be working directly with children and young people, the positions are based in a 24/7 Residential Setting with fortnightly rotating shift rosters. The program prioritises the safety and well-being of children and young people, offering a predictable, home-like environment that is culturally safe and responsive.
At Life Without Barriers, we are deeply committed to our Elevate RAP (reconciliation Action Plan). This means we actively seek to increase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representation in our workforce and provide culturally safe, supportive environments for our people. We are dedicated to building strong partnerships, respecting culture, and creating meaningful career pathways. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this Residential Youth Support Worker role, where your knowledge, strengths and lived experiences will make a difference in the lives of the children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day to day care, supervision and transport to children and young people
- Actively participate in activities and increase competencies of young people
- Form and maintain professional, nurturing relationships
- Develop, implement and monitor individual plans
- Actively support the child/young person to develop and maintain social skills
- Maintenance of progress notes and report writing
Skills & Experience
- Certificate 4 in Community Services, Youth Work, Mental Health, or other relevant qualification isn't necessary but is highly preferred.
- A current First Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to complete prior to commencement
- A current unrestricted Australian Driver Licence
- Ability to work various shifts (sleepover & active nights) throughout the week
- Experience working with Children, Youth and/or Families within a residential setting.
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and Working with Vulnerable People check
Benefits
- Work for one of Australia's largest social purpose organisations
- Life Without Barriers offers ongoing training, support and career advancement opportunities
- Flexible working hours
How to Apply
Include your resume and cover letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For any enquiries contact Jeffrey Edge –
Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications are continuously reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice. Current application closing date Monday 20th October 2025
If you would like to learn more about Life Without Barriers, please visit our website - About us | Life Without Barriers
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