Residential Support Workers

• Pay rates starting from $ super (SCHADS award 2.1) or $ super if you have a Cert IV or above in a relevant field (SCHADS 2.2)
• Penalty rates for evenings, weekends and public holidays
• Full time, Part time and Casual roles available

About the Organisation

At Life Without Barriers, we deliver inclusive, trauma-informed services that support children, young people, families, and carers to thrive.

From foster care, family support, residential care and youth programs, we work alongside communities to create safe, supportive environments where every child and young person can reach their potential.

Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around

About the Role

As a Residential Support Worker, your role involves creating a secure and nurturing home environment for Children and Young People who are currently living in out of home care. Your responsibilities include delivering personalised support and guidance, fostering the development of independent life skills, assisting with emotional regulation, and providing opportunities for re-engagement in education and community activities.

Successful candidates will have prior experience working with children and young people and possess a comprehensive understanding of childhood trauma and its impacts.

These positions will be based in our Geraldton houses. Casual, full time and part time roles available. To be considered for these opportunities, you must live within the Geraldton area.

Roster example: Part time and casual shifts typically occur between 2pm and 8pm on weekdays, with variousshifts on weekends.

Full time contracts: 76 hours per fortnight with a range of shifts across days, evenings and weekends.

To learn more about Life Without Barriers services for Children, Young People & Families, please visit

Some of our young people live with disability and require additional care, prior experience in disability support will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and assist young people to achieve goals identified in Individual Case Plans
• Assist young people to develop independence and build community networks
• Support the young person's interests
• Establish a rapport and collaborate effectively with young people to achieve positive outcomes
• Manage behavioural escalations and assist the young person to co-regulate emotionally
• Domestic duties and supporting the young person to learn how to look after themselves eg cooking, housework, laundry
• Communicate with the care team and report incidents promptly and accurately
• Medication administration (when required)
• Maintenance of progress notes and record keeping

Skills & Experience

• Certificate IV in Youth Work, Mental Health, or relevant qualification (or willing to obtain)
• Experience working with young people who have experienced significant trauma and neglect, including the management of behaviours of concern
• Ability to demonstrate highly effective interpersonal skills with young people and stakeholders
• Demonstrate confidentiality and have strong understanding of professional boundaries
• Experience working with young people from indigenous or other cultural backgrounds
• A current Provide First Aid Certificate
• A current Drivers Licence

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, Department of Communities Check and Working with Children Check.

Benefits:

• Discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around at one of Australia's largest social purpose organisations
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits – claim up to $15,900 per year, tax free
• Ongoing development opportunities, including paid CARE and TCI Training as part of your induction
• 24-hour management support with a National After-Hours Service team

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact Sadna via

Applications Close at midnight on the 26th of September 2025

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.