Residential Support Worker

Be the Difference

Join Wellways in creating brighter futures for young people

At Wellways, we believe every young person deserves safety, stability, and a chance to thrive. Our Youth Workers play a vital role in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care for young people in out of home care, aligned with the Queensland Department of Child Safety standards.

We're looking for passionate, resilient and values-driven individuals to join our Youth Care Program, supporting young people with high and complex needs in a safe, nurturing environment.

In this role, you will:

• Provide trauma-informed, culturally safe care that reflects our Child Safety Practice Principles
• Support young people in developing life skills, routines, and pathways for healing
• Work collaboratively with families, communities, and external stakeholders
• Maintain clear documentation and uphold Wellways' high standards of care
• Engage in reflective practice and professional development

What you'll bring:

• A relevant qualification (or currently working towards one)
• Ability to build trust and positive relationships with young people
• First Aid and Driver's License
• Ability to do sleepovers and shift work - this is an essential requirement.
• Police clearance - not less than 12 months old
• Blue Card and NDIS Workers Screening Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• Completed Hope and Healing Framework Foundation Training - this will be supplied by Wellways if needed.

Your support can shape a young person's future. Join the Wellways team and make a meaningful impact today.

What we will offer you…

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Paid Cultural Leave where applicable
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

Ready to Apply?

Take the next step in your career and make a difference and apply with Wellways today. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Brittany Black at bblack@wellways.org

Please ensure you submit your updated CV/Resume along with a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.