Residential Support Worker Casual

About Us:

For over 120 years Hope Community Services has supported Western Australians affected by justice involvement mental health challenges alcohol and drug use and youth disengagement. We meet people where they are - with empathy respect and belief in their potential.

About the Role:

As a Residential Support Worker youll help create a safe and stable environment for young people navigating the justice system. Youll be there for the daily wins encouraging healthy choices keeping routines on track and supporting young people to meet their bail conditions. When the residence is unoccupied youll step into a community-focused role mentoring youth building local connections and strengthening Hopes presence in Geraldton.

Whats on offer:

• $48.31/hr $5.57 regional allowance penalty rates (SCHADS Level 3)
• Casual position - ad-hoc shifts up to 4 per fortnight
• Day afternoon and night shift available
• Generous salary packaging benefits
• Impactful opportunity working with young people navigating the justice system
• Free confidential counselling for staff and families
• Career development & training opportunities
• Access to discounted/free TAFE courses
• Community-based work with real impact

Youll need:

• Cert III (or relevant experience) in Youth Work Community Services or similar
• Experience working with at-risk or complex-needs youth aged 10-18
• Must be willing to work within a 24/7 roster
• An understanding of and adherence to working within personal and professional boundaries
• Ability to prepare meals & maintain a clean and healthy environment
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture and community
• Must be confident working autonomously
• A calm respectful and resilient approach
• A current drivers licence and First Aid certificate

Important:

To apply youmust have the right to work in Australia. Employment is subject to a National Police Check working with children clearance and ID verification by the Department of Justice (DOJ). If successful please be mindful the DOJ clearance process can take up to 6 weeks.

Why Hope

Youll be part of a mission-driven organisation that invests in its people. We prioritise staff wellbeing personal growth and inclusive culture because when we support you you can support others.

Next Steps:

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a phone call and invited to interview online or in person. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note this is not aged care or disability support work make sure your cover letter aligns with this position.