About the role

We are currently seeking applications from experienced youth workers to join our service as a Residential Support Worker. We have multiple opportunities available offered on a casual basis. This position is required to work shifts which will include overnight and weekend shifts.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide support to young people participating in a 11 day withdrawal program for young people 13-21 years  OR our a therapeutic residential program for young people 13 – 17 years who are experiencing problematic substance use and seeking support, up to 10-12 weeks.

These programs are voluntary and promote harm reduction, relapse prevention and strength based interventions. The aim of the programs is to provide a safe and supportive residential environment for young people to experience life without alcohol and/or other drugs.

Casual Residential support workers will work across both 11 day ADAWS program and up to 12 weeks THREAD program. 

Salary range: $37.35- $40.05 per hour (SACS Award Level 3) plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will provide a broad range of support interventions for young people who present with problematic substance use and emotional health concerns.

Other duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Ensure the provision of safe residential care to young people during their withdrawal from substances
• Support young people who enter the therapeutic residential program to reach their goals in relation to their individual treatment plan
• Assist young people with daily living skills (cooking, washing cleaning etc.)
• Facilitate smooth running of the program/timetable both in the withdrawal program and the therapeutic residential
• Facilitate recreational components of the program including art and music, and outings in the community.
• Promote youth participation in activities and foster positive relationships with young people in the programs

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess the following skills, qualifications and experience:

• Qualification in Alcohol and Other Drugs / Youth Work / Community Service or other health related qualification or working towards similar
• Demonstrated experience working with young people affected by substance misuse
• Experience in working with young people in a 24/7 residential setting
• Current first aid certificate, open drivers licence and Blue Card.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to role model and promote the Mater values and of Clarence Street Service values.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.

We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

• Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
• Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
• Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
• Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to on-site, discounted parking
• Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues

Applications close on Friday 14^th February 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.