A role with impact supporting young people living in residential houses $34.58 ph super 25% casual loading access to salary packaging benefits Join a dedicated team in this meaningful and purposeful role About the opportunity Are you someone with a big heart, steady resilience, and life experience that’s shaped your compassion, maybe as a parent or caregiver? Do you have a natural gift for connecting with young people and creating a safe, respectful environment where they can thrive? You’ll support young people living in our residential homes, helping them feel safe, valued, and understood. You’ll be hands-on, present, and a positive role model, guiding them through challenges, cheering on their wins, and providing care that protects their dignity, privacy, and independence. Whether you’re: An experienced youth worker looking for more flexibility, or Someone ready to start a new, meaningful career that enriches your community We’d truly love to hear from you. This work can be challenging, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. You’ll help build a home environment grounded in respect, stability, and genuine connection, one that supports each young person to grow, heal, and discover their potential. Flexible hours · Meaningful work · Real impact What’s on offer You will receive a comprehensive induction and mentoring program to support your transition into the role and ensure your success. In addition to the hourly rate of $34.58 plus superannuation, you’ll also receive 25% casual loading. You can also increase your take-home pay by accessing salary packaging benefit s, which can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing, streaming services, and more. Opt in or out of public holidays and be respected for your unique background. Receive a 10% discount on the childcare subsidy gap fee at Uniting Early Learning. Click here to view job description About you Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention, or other relevant recognised qualification must be held or underway If not included in your qualification, you will be required to complete the mandatory units of competency: CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma informed care CHCPRT009 – Provide primary residential care CHCCCS009 – Facilitate responsible behavior. CHCPRT010 – Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs If the above conditions are not met, you must be willing to be enrolled and commence the minimum qualification training upon commencement of employment. This will occur during initial induction (first 2 weeks) before any direct care is provided. It is expected that the mandatory units of competency (including the workplace hours and assessments) are completed within 12 weeks of enrolment. Additionally, if you are undertaking the minimum qualification, you are expected to complete the qualification within the timeframe prescribed by the education training provider. How to apply Click APPLY to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through as we’re keen to engage with someone. For any questions, reach out to Addison Milner, Team Leader Residential Services at Addison.milner@vt.uniting.org for further details. About Uniting At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania. Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking. Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.