Overview
Join Our Team as a Residential Youth Worker at MADEC in the Mackay region.
We are hiring for permanent roles.
This position involves shift work, weekends and sleepovers, with hourly rates from $46.69 to $50.06 per hour (casual) plus penalties and allowances where applicable.
About MADEC
MADEC provides nurturing and supportive home environments for young people who have experienced trauma and neglect.
We empower these young individuals to thrive and build a brighter future.
As a leading provider of disability and youth support services, MADEC offers a rewarding and supportive work environment.
About the Role
As a Residential Youth Worker, you will be the backbone of our mission.
Working under the guidance of experienced Team Leaders and Youth Coordinators, you will:
Support and Guide: Provide day-to-day care, teach practical and social skills, and prepare young people for adulthood.
Foster a Safe Environment: Create a consistent and nurturing atmosphere.
Be a Role Model: Lead by example, helping young people develop confidence and skills.
What We Offer
Rewarding Career: See your impact on young lives.
Training & Development: Grow with us through robust training programs.
Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements.
Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity, inclusion and excellence.
Wellbeing Support: Access to expert advice and support through our Sonder Employee Wellbeing Program.
Rewards & Benefits: Incentives, salary packaging, and growth opportunities.
Vehicle Benefits: Access to our company fleet.
Employee Value Proposition
Our organisation 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.
We look for passionate, imaginative, and kind individuals who value flexibility and a great working environment.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Qualifications: Cert IV in Child, Family, and Youth Intervention (or equivalent) or willingness to obtain it.
Screening: Current Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening, and LCS2.
Availability: Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, sleepovers, weekends, and public holidays.
Passion: A genuine commitment to supporting young people and contributing to a positive team culture.
Values: Alignment with our core values of human rights, community, excellence, and empowerment.
Why MADEC?
Our team members say it best: "Working at MADEC is incredibly rewarding. The support, training, and sense of community make it a fantastic place to grow both personally and professionally."
How to Apply
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values your contributions, 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 Karen Low, People & Culture Manager, at the provided contact address.
Application Questions
Your application may include questions such as:
Right to work in Australia
Experience in Residential Youth or related sector
Current NDIS worker screening
Current Working with Children Check
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Relevant qualifications (if any)
Availability including weekends/sleepovers
LCS2 licence (if applicable)
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