Specialist Residential Care Worker (complex support)
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Join Our Multidisciplinary Residential Care Team
Supporting Children and Young People with Complex Needs
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people?
Do you thrive in a collaborative, trauma-informed environment?
We are building a agile, multidisciplinary team to provide holistic, person-centred care for children and young people with multiple and complex needs, including mental health challenges, disability, and trauma.
About the Role
We are seeking skilled and compassionate professionals to join our residential care team, dedicated to creating safe, nurturing, and empowering environments.
You will work collaboratively to support young people with diverse and complex needs, including those who may present with challenging behaviours stemming from trauma, disability, or mental health conditions.
Above award rates
You Bring
Highly preferred disability/mental health background
Relevant qualifications and registration (where applicable)
Experience working with children and young people with complex needs
Confidence and skill in responding to challenging behaviours with empathy, consistency, and therapeutic strategies
A current unrestricted driver's license, reliable transport, Victorian Working with Children's Check (Employee), and First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
A deep understanding of trauma-informed practice and therapeutic care
Commitment to cultural safety and inclusive practice
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay: Above award rates, reflecting your qualifications and experience.
Investing in You: Benefit from ongoing training, including courses like TCI, First Aid, and more, with up to $500 annually for additional professional development.
Annual Wage Increases: Stay aligned with Fair Work adjustments or CPI.
Supportive Environment: Access professional clinical debriefing and an Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Shifts: Various shift options available on a 24/7 roster.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply now and join us in supporting young lives!
How to apply:
Apply directly via SEEK or send in your Cover Letter & Resume to:
Interviews will be conducted upon application
For more information please call or email:
Junction Support Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion.
We welcome applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, people with lived experience of disability and people who identified as LGBTIQA+.
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📌 Specialist Residential Care Worker (Complex Support)
🏢 Junction Support Services
📍 Wangaratta