Residential Support Worker

6 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Life Without Barriers Part time

About the Role
We're looking for compassionate and resilient people to join our team in a residential home for Children and Young People who have faced significant challenges in life.
In this role, you'll create a safe and supportive environment, help young people develop practical life skills, encourage positive routines, and support them to reconnect with school, community, and culture.
You'll need experience working with young people, a good understanding of the effects of trauma, and the ability to respond calmly to challenging behaviours.
Find out more about our work here:
Shift include: afterschool hours and weekends.
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
Minimum qualification level - Certificate IV in Youth Work, Mental Health, or relevant qualification
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 (HLTAID003 or HLTAID011) Certificate
A current Drivers Licence
Additionally, experience with behavioural management approaches including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), positive behaviour support, trauma and attachment, Sanctuary or CARE residential models will be highly regarded
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
24-hour management support with a National After-Hours Service team

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