Description:
About the Role As a Residential Support Worker, your role involves creating a secure and nurturing home environment for Children and Young People who have experienced childhood trauma, abuse, or neglect.
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 newly created positions will be based in our 3 Geraldton houses, initially on a casual basis with a view to permanent roles once these new homes are established.
To be considered for these opportunities, you must live within the Geraldton area. Shifts typically occur between 2pm and 8pm on weekdays, with various morning and afternoon shifts on ResponsibilitiesPromote and assist young people to achieve goals identified in Individual Case PlansAssist 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 outcomesManage behavioural escalations and assist the young person to co-regulate emotionallyDomestic duties and supporting the young person to learn how to look after themselves eg cooking, housework, laundryCommunicate with the care team and report incidents promptly and accuratelyMedication administration (when required)Maintenance of progress notes and record keepingSkills & ExperienceCertificate 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 concernAbility to demonstrate highly effective interpersonal skills with young people and stakeholdersDemonstrate confidentiality and have strong understanding of professional boundariesExperience working with young people from indigenous or other cultural backgroundsA current Provide First Aid Certificate A current Drivers LicenceAdditionally, 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 be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a minimum of two (2) doses or hold a valid medical exemption certificate, in accordance with Life Without Barriers Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process.Benefits : Discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around at one of Australia's largest social purpose organisationsGenerous 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