Youth Residential Care Worker

vor 1 Monat


Melbourne, Österreich Berry Street Vollzeit

Join our team at Berry Street's Residential Care Program, where we provide accommodation, top-tier physical and emotional care, and unwavering support to children and young people aged 10 to 17.
These individuals, placed under Child Protection orders, come to us when other Out of Home Care options are not feasible.
While the role is deeply rewarding, it also presents its own set of challenges.
Working with children and young people who have endured trauma, neglect, and abuse requires resilience, compassion, and a commitment to their growth and well-being.
Berry Street's Residential Care Programs provide accommodation, care and support to children and young people.
With multiple sites across Victoria, our houses are staffed 24/7, offering a variety of day shifts (7am to 11pm) and overnight shifts (11pm to 7am).
On the Job, You Will: Work collaboratively within a dedicated team to deliver high-quality therapeutic care.Implement current best practice therapeutic interventions and program guidelines to ensure the highest standard of care and child safety.Serve as a positive role model, supporting young people in their educational, social, and recreational pursuits while fostering independence.Create a safe and nurturing home environment, including managing household duties and providing nutritious meals.Your Skills and Experience: You're a team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders, prioritizing the best interests of the young person.Strong communication skills, active listening, and a commitment to maintaining professional boundaries.Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to multitask with ease.Creative thinking and a non-judgmental approach to life.A driver's license (minimum green P's) is essential for transporting young people.A minimum Cert IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or equivalent qualification is required.
However, Berry Street is open to employing applicants committed to enrolling in a relevant qualification within three months of employment.
Applicants must complete the mandatory upskilling units as required by Department of Families, Fairness and Housing.
Continuing employment is dependent on satisfactory evidence provided within 6 months of being engaged in the role.
Our team will support you with your enrolment with our partner TAFE, Melbourne Polytechnic.
Why Berry Street: As one of Australia's largest independent agencies, we're dedicated to providing diverse programs to over 35,000 young people, children, and families across Victoria each year.
We believe in safety, thriving, and hope for all and strive to make this a reality every day.
Join our team and benefit from our commitment to professional development, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for career progression.
Berry Street's Benefits Above award salaries & penalty ratesComprehensive training including AOD, First Aid, Health & Safety and more.A culture that values and supports professional development.$15,900.00 pa (pro rata) Salary Packaging + Additional Salary Packaging for meals/accommodationGenerous leave conditionsAccess to the Employee Assistance Program, with access for staff's immediate familyLeave loading 17.5%How To Register Your Interest Include your current resume along with responding to all the screening questions.
Talent queries to Talent Acquisition Team at or .
Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and National Police Check (International Police Checks may be applicable). Berry Street is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation.
In everything we do we seek to protect children.
We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children as LGBTIQA+.
We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
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