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Youth Residential Care Worker - Active Night (Casuals)

JuniorMid levelContractHybridFootscray VIC 3011, AustraliaPosted 12 hours agoVerified 21 hours ago
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About the job

As a Youth Residential Care Worker at MacKillop Family Services, you will embark on a rewarding journey supporting young people in a safe and therapeutic home environment. Your role is vital in helping them navigate daily routines, build meaningful relationships, and respond to their complex needs with empathy and professionalism. Join a dedicated team that values child safety, healing, and growth while providing you with training and career development opportunities.

You'll be responsible for

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Supporting young people

Providing support to young people in a safe, therapeutic home environment, helping with daily routines and building meaningful relationships.
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Responding to complex needs

Responding to the complex needs of young people with empathy and professionalism, ensuring their safety and well-being.
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Collaborating with a team

Working collaboratively with a team committed to child safety, healing, and growth, making a real impact in the lives of young people.

Key criteria

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Relevant qualification

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or similar.

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Residential care experience

Experience working in a residential care setting is preferred.

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Emotional self-regulation

Demonstrated capacity to maintain consistent boundaries for safety.

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4 criteria for this job
Relevant qualification
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or similar.

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Residential care experience
Experience working in a residential care setting is preferred.

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Emotional self-regulation
Demonstrated capacity to maintain consistent boundaries for safety.

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Cultural awareness
Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and current issues affecting families.

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