Family Support Workers (Youth Work) – Casual Positions

Make a Difference in Young Lives – Therapeutic Residential Care | Moreton Bay Region – Caboolture and Morayfield

K.I.N. (Kids in Need) Care Services (QLD) is a growing organisation dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. We deliver a range of services across In-Home Family Support, NDIS, and Therapeutic Residential Care.

Our goal is simple: every child deserves to live safely in a warm, caring home where they feel loved, accepted, and a true sense of belonging — not only within their family, but also within their community.

We work closely with the Department of Child Safety, among other services, to support family reunification and long-term wellbeing. We also offer holistic support, including family therapy and counselling.

Learn more about us at www.kincareservices.com.au.

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Family Support Workers (Youth Workers) to join our expanding Therapeutic Residential Care team in the Moreton Bay Region.

If you're committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people and want to work with an organisation that values trauma-informed, holistic care — we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking multiple positions across both the Caboolture region.

Work Schedule and Support Structure

Employment Type: Casual, with a minimum of 8 hours per week. Roster rotations are 8.30am to 4.30pm, 4.30pm to 8.30am (sleepover included) in one home which is a two-worker model with two young people. Then 8am to 4pm, 4pm to 8am (sleepover included) in another home which is a one worker model with one young person. You must be willing and able to commit to a rotating roster and in return you will have a roster available which is six months in advance to encourage and support work life balance.

Roster Rotation: Shifts are allocated on a rotating basis, including weekends and public holidays, to ensure balanced workloads.

Payment of mileage: for when you are supporting young people in your care.

Onsite Support: An experienced Onsite Coordinator is present during day shifts Monday – Friday to provide guidance, support, and ensure continuity of care for young people. On call support outside of this is also available.

Diversity and Inclusion

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

· Learn more about our commitment to reconciliation by reading our endorsed Reconciliation Action Plan on our website. We are proud to be progressing within our Innovate RAP since January 2025, also endorsed by Reconciliation Australia. www.kincareservices.com.au

Key Responsibilities and Essential Selection Criteria

Qualifications and Certifications

Have completed or are actively working towards at least a Certificate IV in Child, Youth, and Family Intervention, Community Services, or a related field.

Hold or be eligible to obtain a current Blue Card and Worker Screening Clearance.

Possess a current open Australian driver's licence and comprehensive vehicle insurance.

Hold or be willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR Certificate. First aid allowance paid as per SCHADS award.

Experience and Skills

Demonstrated experience supporting young people displaying challenging behaviours, using de-escalation strategies.

Strong trauma-informed practice skills and ability to respond compassionately to emotional and behavioural needs.

Excellent report writing skills, including the ability to produce accurate, clear, and timely case notes and critical incident reports.

Solid understanding of child protection legislation, duty of care responsibilities, privacy, and mandatory reporting.

Experience working in the Therapeutic Residential Care or Out-of-Home Care sector (highly desirable).

Personal Attributes and Cultural Competence

High resilience, emotional intelligence, and ability to manage stress in a dynamic environment.

Commitment to reflective practice, professional supervision, and ongoing professional development.

Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, including case managers, psychologists, and external agencies.

Demonstrated cultural awareness and respect when engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities.

Why Join K.I.N. Care Services?

Meaningful work making a real impact in children's lives.

Supportive, trauma-informed organisational culture.

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation.

How to Apply

Ready to join a supportive and passionate team making a real difference?
Please send your resume to [email protected]