Overview
We are currently seeking casual Residential Support Workers to join our team in Emerald. Our Support Workers will support young people by providing a sense of safety, structure, acceptance, stability and security in our Residential Care homes and in the community.
Responsibilities
Engage with young people to support them in all aspects of life, both in the home and wider community.
Implement strategies identified in the care plan and participate in review of care plans to ensure young people have clear, relevant, and achievable goals.
Support planned contact and connectedness to family as approved by child safety services.
Support social, recreational, educational and health activities for young people in line with their individual care plan.
Qualifications and requirements
Mandatory Requirements:
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention/Community Services or working toward this qualification (proof of enrolment required).
Alternative qualifications or working towards: Certificate IV in Mental Health, Community Services or Youth Work; Diploma in Behavioural Science, Counselling, Nursing or Mental Health.
All other training is available through AnglicareCQ.
Ability to obtain a Blue Card (working with children check positive notice or exemption) and Yellow Card (disability services positive notice or exemption).
What you will bring to the role
A passion and genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of Central Queenslanders.
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
The ability to identify and embed solutions.
Demonstrated experience working within a high-performance framework where you are accountable for KPIs on program delivery and outcomes, within a fast-paced solutions-focused environment.
Effective time management and organisational skills.
A strong communicator, able to quickly build rapport and influence across a diverse range of people.
What are the perks of working for AnglicareCQ?
Opportunities to engage in meaningful employment and be part of a holistic team that supports people in local communities.
A supportive and pragmatic management team.
Professional development and study are encouraged and supported.
A professional work environment with passionate, diverse and driven people.
Access to health and wellness programs for all staff.
Other requirements
Ability to obtain a Blue Card (working with children) and Yellow Card (disability services).
How to apply
If you're driven by purpose and want your work to directly change lives for the better, please submit your resume and covering letter (no longer than 2 pages). Applications should be submitted by 8am, Tuesday 14 October 2025.
For questions, contact our Recruitment and Onboarding Officer.
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📌 Residential Support Worker
🏢 Anglicare North Queensland
📍 Emerald