Are you an experienced and passionate Residential Out-of-Home Care Professional looking for job security?

Are you motivated to start your new career caring for vulnerable children and young people?

Silky Oaks wants to hear from you!

Silky Oaks Children's Haven (Silky Oaks) is looking for experienced Residential Out-of-Home Care workers for direct care roles. If you desire to work for a values driven org, then please submit your application today!

About the role

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll provide therapeutic and supervisory care & support to children & young people placed in the care of the Queensland Government & Silky Oaks, whilst contributing to the day-to-day functioning of the residential location.

You will act as an appropriate role model while providing clear & consistent boundaries & structure whilst supporting the children & young people’s daily needs.

Working in Residential Out-of-Home Care can present a diverse range of challenges, but it can also be incredibly rewarding.

For more information about Silky Oaks, please visit www.silkyoaks.org.au

About you

To be considered for a Support Worker role, you will require:

• A minimum Certificate IV in an approved qualification (or evidence of enrolment) – or willingness to enrol in such a course
• Experience working within the Qld Out of Home Care framework
• Passion and drive for wanting to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people
• Capacity to work Monday to Sunday working across all shifts, including afternoons, nights, and sleepovers

All applicants are also required to:

• Hold and maintain a valid Australian Drivers Licence "C" Class (Opens preferred) with no restrictions
• Have Australian Citizenship or a ‘Right to Work’ in Australia
• Be willing to undergo a full Criminal History Check (LCS2) and apply for Working with Children Card (Blue Card-Paid) if not already held.

What we offer

• Ongoing training and development to enhance your skills
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive hourly rate
• Salary packaging available (permanent workers only) to increase your take home pay (package up to $18,550 tax free per annum)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).