About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 30 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

Working With Us

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation.

We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion and employee wellbeing:

• Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
• Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
• Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
• Supportive culture that encourages diversity, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

About the Position

We are looking to welcome a Mobile Residential Support Worker to foster a welcoming home environment for children across Aurukun, Doomadgee, Kowanyama, Napranum and Pormpuraaw Safehouses.

• Casual position
• This role includes weekends and evenings, including some sleepovers at the house.
• Level 2 under the SCHACDS Award. Base hourly rate is $43.23 per hour (including casual loading) plus Superannuation.
• Government funded until 31 December 2026 with possible extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively and under the leadership of the Program Coordinator and Team Leader to undertake the day-to-day household duties, property and grounds maintenance, cleaning, and shopping.
• Provide effective support to children and young people and in collaboration with the Team Leader and Program Coordinator, assist the children and young people to develop positive behaviour management strategies.
• Create, in conjunction with other residential workers, a warm, structured, secure environment and maintain an accepting and supportive relationship with family and community contacts of each young person.

You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.

About You

• Demonstrated ability to assist in the running of a busy household.
• Demonstrated skill, ability and experience in caring for children.
• Ability to work as part of a coordinated team.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility for a positive Working with Children Check in the applicable state of employment in Australia or exemption based on professional qualifications and registration.
• Suitability Check to be engaged in the provision of care services by licensed out-of-home care service providers under the Child Protection Act 1999 and Child Protection Regulation
• Current driver’s licence.
• Applicants must be eligible to legally work in Australia and proof of eligibility will be requested.
• Continue to develop your cultural competency by working closely with the Cultural Advisor on developing, implementing and maintaining a cultural practice plan individualized to your development
• Ability to travel to the communities for extended periods of time (eg. 4 weeks), work weekends and evenings including sleepovers at the house. Accommodation will be provided during these periods.

How to Apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please include:

• A resume.
• A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.

If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.

Contact: Annette Brown, 0461 597 084 or [email protected].

Closing Date: 9 October 2025