Therapeutic Residential Care Worker

4 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Department of Communities Full time $76,912 - $82,464 per year

Make a difference in the lives of children who need it most.

We need you

Fixed term and permanent employees receive 17.5% annual leave loading.

Casuals receive an additional 25% loading allowance on top of the base salary $76,912 - $82,464 pa pro rata and penalty rates may apply.

We are seeking employees who have genuine care and compassion for others, and who can work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs and best interests of the child. Those who are resilient, patient, calm, have a non-judgmental attitude and recognise and respect cultural differences. People that can teach life skills and engage children positively in recreational skills. Those that can exhibit strong communicationskills, quickly adapt to changing needs, and can understand and practice self-care.

You will be embraced by a supportive team who are very welcoming. The team are willing to empower you and share their experience for you to thrive, whilst being reflective in its practice to achieve the best outcomes for the children in care.

The vision for Therapeutic Residential Care in Western Australia is to provide a safe and stable home for young people that enables them to heal, connect, learn, and be prepared for their adult lives.

Want to make a difference? You will

As a Therapeutic Residential Care Worker you will be responsible for working as a member of a team to achieve best outcomes for children and young people and providing group and individual therapeutic residential care to children and young people. You will assist in planning, developing and implementing activities for children and young people. Refer to the attached Job Description Form for further information.

Your work is guided by the Sanctuary Model to ensure the consistent delivery of trauma informed care to young people in Residential Care, which includes the Seven Commitments for creating safe environments. (see attached)

Join an online Information Session

You will hear from our leaders about Residential Care, the role, their experiences and career progression working with Department of Communities. A HR Business Partner will provide information about the Department and employment benefits. You will have the opportunity to ask questions.

Register your attendance for Monday 06 October 2025 at 5pm (AWST)

If your unable to attend, and seek further information, please contact the Keith Maine Administration team on or email  for a recording of the information session.

Our Benefits

In return for your skills, passion and commitment we will offer you a range of benefits. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program

If you're looking formore than just a joband ready to make a difference, apply now

* Successful applicants will be required toattend mandatory training for dates to be determined in November. Please consider your availability before applying, as this is a requirement of the role.

Click the 'Apply for Job' button and provide documents in Word or PDF format only:

  1. A current resume/CVthat outlines your relevant experience for the role and includes two work related referees.
  2. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of relevance of the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
  3. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

You will be prompted to answer the following online questions in your own words (not AI generated responses) for Questions 2, 3 & 4. Your responses form part of your application assessment.

  • Q1 Possession of a current Western Australian (WA) 'C' or 'C-A' Class Driver's Licence or equivalent is an essential eligibility requirement of the role, in addition to the ability to travel in response to organisational needs. Do you hold a current WA 'C' or 'C-A' class Licence?

If selected for an interview please note that for each of the below questions you may be required to provide the name, organisation and email address of the manager/supervisor who can verify your example.

  • Q2 (a) What is your understanding of cultural safety?
  • Q2 (b) How would you apply cultural safety when working with traumatised children and young people? (Criteria 1)
  • Q3Provide an example how you have worked with children and young people to help them build on life skills and develop recreational activities to enhance self-worth. (Criteria 2)
  • Q4 What values and skills do you have that you bring to a team? (Criteria 3)

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information click here.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.



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