About Act for Kids
Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 30 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.
Working With Us
Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation.
We're more than just a workplace—we're a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We're proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion and employee wellbeing:
* Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26, recognised by Diversity Council Australia.
* Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
* Supportive culture that encourages diversity, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
What We Offer
At Act for Kids, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're proud to offer:
* Extra leave, including wellbeing days, parental, study, exam, and pet leave.
* Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
* Fitness Passportincluding discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
* Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
* Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.
About the Position
We are looking to welcome either a casual or part-time Residential Support Worker to our Family Reunification House in Cairns Assist with the day-to-day household duties while creating a safe and nurturing home environment for our kids. Provide warmth and care, including emotional, physical, cultural and spiritual support, and help develop positive behaviour management strategies for children who have been subjected to trauma.
* Level 2 SCHCADS Award.
* Salary range: $43.23 – $47.16 per hour (casual rate) + Superannuation.
* Casual or Part-time, Government funded position until 31 December 2027 with possible extension.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work collaboratively and under the leadership of the House Supervisor and Team Leader to undertake the day-to-day household duties, property and grounds maintenance, cleaning, and shopping.
* Providing a home environment for the children in the Family Reunification House (FRH) by looking after their emotional, physical, cultural, relational and spiritual needs, fostering self-esteem and individual identity by assisting the children to create their own personalised space.
* Provide effective support to children and young people and in collaboration with the Team Leader and House Supervisors, assist the children and young people to develop positive behaviour management strategies.
* Create, in conjunction with other residential workers, a warm, structured, secure environment and maintain an accepting and supportive relationship with family and community contacts of each young person.
You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.
About You
* Hold or be completing relevant qualifications: Degree in Community Services or Certificate IV in Child Youth & Family Intervention (outlined in the Strengthening the Queensland Residential Care Workforce – Minimum Qualification Standards Information Sheet).
* Hold the Hope & Healing Foundations Framework
* Demonstrated ability to assist in the running of a busy household.
* Demonstrated skill, ability and experience in caring for children.
* Ability to work as part of a coordinated team.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality about our work with children and
* A good understanding of Indigenous
Other Requirements
* Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
* Current driver's licence.
* Legal ability to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required).
How to Apply
Click on 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please include:
* A resume.
* A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.
We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.
If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.
Contact: William Clarke: or
Closing Date: 23 January 2026