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Child and Youth Worker, Residential Care - PoolDepartment for Child Protection • Adelaide CBD, SA, AU
Child and Youth Worker, Residential Care - Pool

Child and Youth Worker, Residential Care - Pool

Department for Child Protection • Adelaide CBD, SA, AU
14 days ago
Job description

Role Status: Multiple full-time positions available (Pool Vacancy)

Remuneration: RCW3 ($74,095- $79,773) plus 12% superannuation - shift penalties apply

Are you looking for a role where you can earn while you learn, and genuinely impact young lives?

We believe every young person deserves safety, stability, and the opportunity to reach their potential. As a Child and Youth Worker, you'll support children and young people in care to feel safe, build confidence, and develop the skills they need for the future. You will do this by:

  • Supporting daily routines like meals, school, and activities
  • Creating moments of connection through sport, hobbies, and community
  • Providing calm, trauma-informed care during challenging moments
  • Helping young people build life skills, confidence, and independence
  • Being a consistent, positive role model they can rely on.

About you

You don't need a formal qualification to apply. You just need to care, be a good listener, and be willing to learn.

You're someone who:

  • Stays calm under pressure
  • Connects easily with young people
  • Sets boundaries while showing empathy
  • Is flexible, resilient, and ready to learn.

What you'll need:

  • Experience working with or supporting young people in a professional or volunteer capacity
  • A current South Australian driver's licence (P2 or above)
  • A current Working with Children Check (South Australia)
  • A current First Aid Certificate - HLTAID012 (Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting).

Non-negotiables:

  1. There is a mandatory 8-week full-time induction program when you start the role.
  2. You must be available to work across a 24/7 roster, including AM and PM or night shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Night shift only rosters are available.

What you'll get:

  • Shift penalties apply, which can increase your salary by up to $15,000 per annum
  • We pay for you to attend TAFE to complete your Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention during your first year of employment
  • A Residential Care Allowance for non-casual employees applies after your first year if you have the required Certificate IV qualification
  • 12% employer contribution to your Super
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave (for full-time employees) + relevant leave loading
  • Salary packaging available.

How we support you

Get more than just a pay cheque and great benefits. We value our staff and offer:

  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Full-time, part-time and casual positions
  • Our annual DCP Recognition Awards to recognise staff excellence
  • Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Free flu vaccinations
  • Access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family.

For more details about this job, including our recruitment process, visit our website.

Enquiries: DCP Recruitment: DCPRecruitment@sa.gov.au.

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications Close: 28 April 2027, 11:00 PM

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