Full-time, Part-time & Casual Opportunities
About Carpentaria
Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:
* Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
* Independent Living programs
* Pathways Program
* Employment and Training
* Specialist Disability Accommodation
We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.
Your new role
Purpose
You will support children and young people with their daily living in a 24/7 home environment contributing to developing and implementing strategies to support positive behaviours and to acquire independent living skills to reach their full potential in their home and community.
The ideal candidate
* Demonstrated experience working in residential care, youth services, or Out of Home Care programs
* Genuine passion for supporting children and young people to live their best life using a person-centred approach
* Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with experience working in cross-cultural context
* Flexibility to work various shifts including both short and long shifts on weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights, sleepovers and public holidays
Remuneration and benefits
A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:
* Competitive hourly rates + 12% super
* Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)
* 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
* Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
* Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* On site cafe and free parking
* Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it
Recruitment process
Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications.
For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the position description here:
To express your interest in this exciting role, please submit your resume and a one-page overview of your experience by clicking 'apply' below.
Contacts and further information
For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact a friendly member of the HR team on or
Further information about Carpentaria is available