Experienced Residential Care Worker at MacKillop Family Services
Fawkner VIC 3060, , Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jul, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Children, Young People

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description
Responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you driven by a passion for supporting young people with complex needs? Ready to be the steady hand and supportive presence in the life of a child who has experienced trauma? If you’re looking for a role where every moment matters, this is your chance to create real, lasting impact.
We’re looking for an experienced, compassionate, and resilient Residential Care Worker to join our dynamic Residential Services team – a team that’s committed to walking alongside children and adolescents through some of life’s toughest moments.
Our Residential Services provide a safe and stable home for young people referred through the Child Protection system. This isn’t just about providing shelter – it’s about offering hope, healing, and the chance to grow.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU’LL:

  • Support young people in their daily lives, helping them build practical and emotional skills
  • Respond to trauma-related behaviours with care, patience, and professional insight
  • Contribute to the smooth running of the home, including household tasks and admin
  • Work as part of a strong, values-driven team that shows up for each other – and for the young people – every single day

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential and Out of Home Care or other similar or relevant tertiary qualifications.
  • A genuine interest in young people and their wellbeing.
  • Demonstrate empathy for young people in our care in an open minded and nonjudgmental manner.
  • Highly developed capacity for emotional self-regulation including the capacity to set and maintain consistent boundaries to provide safety, stability and consistency
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