Join a team that makes a real difference. At MADEC we are looking for passionate, reliable Residential Youth Workers to support young people during sleepover shifts.
Enjoy competitive pay at $44.45 per hour (evening), with a minimum of $415.60 per sleepover shift, plus weekend penalty rates.
\"We're looking for Residential Youth Workers to join MADEC, a leading community organisation providing supports in the Mackay and Whitsunday Region for over 50 years. In this role, you'll provide a nurturing and supportive environment for young individuals in residential care, while working with the Out-of-Home-Care Team to empower young individuals to thrive and build a brighter future.\"
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young individuals? Do you have the compassion and resilience to support young people in building a brighter future? MADEC invites both new-to-industry and experienced candidates to join our dynamic team as a Residential Youth Worker in Mackay, QLD.
About Us: MADEC is a not for profit, community organisation. Recognized as a Public Benevolent Institution since 2014, we have been providing disability and youth supports in the Mackay and Whitsunday region since 1973. We are a Licensed Child Safety Provider and registered National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Provider in Mackay.
About the Role: As a Residential Youth Worker, you will be responsible for creating a supportive and nurturing environment for young individuals in Residential Care. Working closely with your Team Leader and Key Support Worker, you will help empower young people to thrive and build a brighter future. This role plays an important part in MADEC's mission to empower and support people to do their best.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide person-centered support by ensuring the right amount of assistance to each young person.
* Provide documented support including completing incident reports, behavior reports, hazard reports and maintenance requests.
* Empower young people to exercise choice and control in their lives.
* Provide positive behavior support by implementing support strategies.
* Demonstrate a commitment to workplace health & safety.
What we Offer:
MADEC is committed to supporting our staff with a range of benefits, including:
* Access to company vehicles.
* Flexible working arrangements ensuring work/life balance.
* Commitment to training and development of staff.
* Salary packaging benefits.
* 5 weeks of annual leave + Birthday Leave
* Access to 24/7 support through our Employee Wellbeing Program – Sonder.
Employee Value Proposition:
MADEC has strong values and purpose, empathetic leadership and a place where all people feel they belong. MADEC has a diverse and inclusive culture offering challenging work with a shared purpose for our people. We look for passionate, imaginative and kind individuals who value flexibility and a great working environment. Live well, work well, share well with MADEC.
About You: To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Availability to work sleepover shifts, 1600-0700, weekdays, weekends and public holidays.
* A Certificate IV in Child, Family and Youth Intervention or Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) or evidence of enrolment.
* A valid Queensland Driver's License.
* A current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain.
* A strong alignment with our core values of human rights, community, excellence and empowerment.
Why Work with MADEC? Our team says it best: \"Working at MADEC is incredibly rewarding. The support, training, and sense of community makes it a fantastic place to grow both personally and professionally.\"
Ready to make a real difference? Apply now and be part of something truly special at MADEC.
How to Apply: We encourage you to apply via SEEK. Please include your resume and a cover letter outlining your motivation for the role, and how you meet the essential criteria.
For more information, or to request a copy of the Position Description, please contact the People & Culture Team at **@madec.org.au.