About the role – Casual

The primary role of the Residential Youth Support Worker is to contribute to the day to day running of a residential facility and to support and empower vulnerable and at risk youth. The focus of the Support Worker is to provide support to clients. This would include promoting young people’s independence, supporting living skills development and ensuring an environment which is welcoming, friendly and inclusive. The role also includes personal support and advocacy.

Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

Ensure a safe and secure environment for vulnerable children and young people supported by Baptist Care SA

Actively contribute to the team by promoting a positive team culture which is values aligned and client centred.

Teach and promote independent living skills with clients.

Accurate and appropriate use of logbooks as directed and required to ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation.

About you:

You bring empathy, patience, and a commitment to empowering vulnerable youth. You excel at building trust, working collaboratively, and applying a trauma-informed approach to support young people in reaching their goals.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

Certificate 4 in Child, Youth and Family Interventions, Youth Work, Community Services, or related field.

Previous experience in working with vulnerable and at-risk young people.

Demonstrated ability and experience to work within a team environment.

Ability to support living skills development of young people including cooking, relationship building, decision-making, personal hygiene and routines.

Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTQIA+ and communities and other marginalised groups in the provision of support services.

Specific Requirements:

Baptist Care SA is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable people and as such applicants will be considered in accordance with our safety practices and suitability.

You will be required to have, or be willing to obtain:

A current and valid DHS: Child-Related Employment Screening/WWCC

A current and valid National Police Clearance

Training – Child Safe Environments

Ability and willingness to travel within South Australia as required.

Ability to work across a 24/7 roster.

A valid full South Australian drivers’ license (C Class)

Willingness to undertake a DCP approved Psychological Suitability Assessment

Availability Requirements:

This is a casual role which operates on a 24/7 shift-based roster. As a Residential Youth Support Worker, you will be required to be available for evening, overnight and weekend shifts.

Evening shift: 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Night shift: 5:00 PM – 9:00 AM

Weekend day shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Flexibility is key, and we ask that you be available to work a combination of evening, sleep, and weekend shifts as required, with fair rotation and flexibility options.

About us:

Baptist Care SA works collaboratively with South Australians from all walks of life. We provide Camping and Adventure Programs, Disability Services, Homelessness Services, Out of Home Care and Youth, Family and Community Programs. We are committed to finding a way forward for everyone we serve and supporting them to achieve their life goals. We find ways to make people's lives better.

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

A competitive pay within the SCHADS Award (CA Level 1) + super

Salary packaging in addition to increase your take home pay

A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to Tayla Callaghan at [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date – applications may also close before this date.

Baptist Care SA is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptcare (VIC, TAS), to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.