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Residential care worker

Cairns
Kanda
Care Assistant
Posted: 8 March
Offer description

At Kanda, we’re looking for compassionate, reliable people who genuinely care about supporting children and young people. You don’t need to have it all figured out, if you bring empathy, commitment and a willingness to learn, we’ll support you every step of the way.

What You’ll Be Doing
· Provide day-to-day care and guidance in a safe, supportive home environment
· Build positive, trusting relationships that offer stability, encouragement and emotional support
· Support young people with daily routines, education and recreational activities
· Help implement individual care plans tailored to each young person’s needs and goals
· Maintain accurate and professional records and documentation

What You’ll Love About Working at Kanda
· Employee rewards hub with savings and cashback on everyday purchases
· Extensive training and ongoing development, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and The Sanctuary Model
· Flexible shift options including day, evening and sleepover shifts to support work–life balance
· Wellbeing support via the Sonder app free, confidential 24/7 mental health and wellbeing resources
· A supportive, inclusive workplace culture where your voice is valued and your wellbeing matters

To join our team, you’ll need
· A current driver’s licence (minimum P2)
· A Working with Children Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
· Completion of or willingness to enrol in a Certificate IV or Diploma in a relevant field (Community Services, Youth/Social Work, etc.)
· Experience working with young people or in related areas (disability, mental health, aged care, childcare) is welcomed but not essential we encourage applications from people who are eager to learn and grow
If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want a role that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start building a future that changes lives including your own.


Want to chat about this role? Reach out to Maddi – Talent Acquisition Specialist on 07 4111 1*** Kanda is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and comfortable to be themselves. At Kanda, every voice matters, every culture is valued, and we believe that diverse perspectives aren’t just welcome they’re essential to who we are and what we do.

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