Intensive Therapeutic Care Worker. Permanent Part Time & Casual - Tweed Heads & Goonellabah
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Employment type: Casual, Part Time
Location: Lismore & Far North Coast
Categories: Child, Youth & Family
* SCHADS 2.4 to 3.4, based on qualifications & experience
* Generous Employee Benefits- Access to salary packaging, Fitness Passport + More!
* 24/7 management support via our National After Hours Service
At Life Without Barriers, we're all about creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures.
From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge — we're here to break down barriers and build better lives.
Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around!
Role: Disability Youth Worker
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time & Casual
Location: Tweed Heads or Goonellabah
In these roles, you'll support young people aged 12–17 who've experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. Some may have also disabilities or complex medical needs requiring specialised support and/or personal care.
Our residential homes operate 24/7, so applicants must be available for regular afternoon, sleepover, and weekend shifts. Only candidates who can meet this requirement will be considered.
* Hold or be working toward a Diploma qualification or higher in Community Services (or a related field), or have relevant experience and be willing to complete the Diploma through LWB. Note: A qualification is desirable but not essential for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants with relevant experience
* A current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) certificate.
* Experience supporting children, young people, and/or people with disabilities, ideally in a residential care setting.
* Willingness to assist with daily living activities, including personal care where
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, NSW Working with Children Check and NSW Residential Care Workers Register check.
How to Apply
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For general role enquiries contact Emma Kennedy via
Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit https://www.lwb.org.au/careers/ for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.
We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply
Advertised: 07 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Feb 2026 23:55 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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