Casual - Residential Care Worker

at  MacKillop Family Services

We are seeking Casual Residential Care Workers to join our team in providing therapeutic care and support our Young People in our residential houses located in the Hamilton area. Ideally you will be able to work a mix of shifts including dayshifts, sleepover’s, active nights, weekdays and weekends.
If casual work doesn’t suit you, we’re also recruiting for Permanent Active Nights.
As a Residential Care Worker at MacKillop, you will work collaboratively to provide a safe and nurturing home for Young People and be passionate about their wellbeing. Residential Care Workers respond to Young People’s emotional and functional needs, support the development of their personal skills, undertake household duties and engage in administrative tasks such as updating reports and records.
Whilst previous experience working with Young People is preferred, we encourage individuals without prior experience who are passionate about making a difference in Young People’s lives to apply.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid and current Driver’s Licence;
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop);
• Valid Employee Working with Children Check;
• Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (MacKillop can assist successful candidates with their application).
  If you would like more information about this exciting position, please contact: Sandi West at jackie.schultz@mackillop.org.au or on 03 5500 2066.

• A Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential and Out of Home Care or other similar or relevant tertiary qualifications or a commitment to enrolling into course.
• A genuine interest in Young People and their wellbeing.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to engage well with Young People
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and professionals.
• A demonstrated understanding of, and respect for cultural and linguistic background including a commitment to cultural safety.