Trauma Informed Residential Youth Worker - Ipswich
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Trauma Informed Residential Youth Worker - Ipswich

Contract Type:

Casual

Location:

QLD Ipswich | QLD

Industry:

Youth Support

Reference:

5443233212121544

Residential Youth Worker | Flexible Casual Work | Edmen + DCC

Make real impact where it matters most. Edmen Community Staffing Solutions, a leading Australian community workforce provider for over 30 years, is partnering with Dynamic Community Care (DCC) to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care to young people in out-of-home care.
We’re seeking resilient, compassionate Residential Youth Workers ready to step into meaningful work supporting young people with complex needs and trauma backgrounds.

Why join Edmen?
  • Flexible casual work – manage availability via app
  • Rosters in advance + additional shifts available weekly
  • Weekly pay + competitive rates $44.61 – $80.30 (incl. penalties)
  • 24/7 support from dedicated Service Coordinators
  • Ongoing supervision, EAP & structured support
Perks – Fuel, Flex & Flourish
  • Discounted meals & meal kits (YouFoodz, EveryPlate)
  • Fitness Passport – discounted gyms & pools nationwide
  • Free PsychHealth app for mental wellbeing support
The Role Support young people in residential care to build safety, stability, and life skills. You’ll provide daily care, emotional support, transport to appointments/school, and trauma-informed responses to complex behaviours using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) principles.

What you bring
  • Cert IV in Youth Work / Community Services (or equivalent)
  • 3+ months residential youth experience or transferable skills
  • Blue Card + Driver’s Licence (P2 or higher)
  • Availability across AM/PM/active night shifts
  • Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice (desirable)
We value people who can stay calm under pressure, build trust quickly, and support young people through challenging behaviours with empathy and consistency.

Edmen is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from CALD, LGBTQIA+, and First Nations candidates.
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