Residential Youth Workers Wanted!
Join Wellways in creating brighter futures for young people
SCHADS 2B $46.70 - $50.61p/h + Super + Salary packaging benefits + leave loading
At Wellways, we believe every young person deserves safety, stability and a chance to thrive. Our Youth Workers play a vital role in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care for young people in out of home care, aligned with the Queensland Department of Child Safety standards.
We’re looking for passionate, resilient and values-driven individuals to join our Youth Care Program, supporting young people with high and complex needs in a safe, nurturing environment.
In this role, you will:
Provide trauma-informed, culturally safe care that reflects our Child Safety Practice Principles
Support young people in developing life skills, routines and pathways for healing
Work collaboratively with families, communities and external stakeholders
Maintain clear documentation and uphold Wellways’ high standards of care
Engage in reflective practice and professional development
What you’ll bring:
A relevant qualification (or currently working towards one)
Ability to build trust and positive relationships with young people
First Aid and Drivers Licence
Ability to do sleepovers and shift work - this is an essential requirement.
Police clearance - not less than 12 months old
Blue Card and NDIS Workers Screening Check
NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
Completed Hope and Healing Framework Foundation Training - this will be supplied by Wellways if needed.
Your support can shape a young person’s future. Join the Wellways team and make a meaningful impact today.
What we will offer you…
A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
Paid Cultural Leave where applicable
Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
Ready to Apply?
Take the next step in your career and make a difference and apply with Wellways today. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Brittany Black at bblack@wellways.org
Please ensure you submit your updated CV/Resume along with a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.
To view the full Position Description click APPLY
Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.
Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Description Summary
Join Wellways and be the steady support young people need by delivering meaningful, trauma-informed care in a team that values you.
Culture
We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.
How to Apply
This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.
Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.
Applications Close
18/10/2026
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