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Residential Care Worker - Disability Focus

19/02/2026
19/03/2026
Casual
CARE
Youth Disability Support Workers

Are you passionate about empowering vulnerable young people? Ready to help create safe, nurturing homes where children in care can truly thrive? Join us and be part of something meaningful. 

Our Mission 

To change the perception of disability in our communities. 

Our Vision 

Purpose. Belonging. Security. 

We believe every child deserves a safe and nurturing home, opportunities to learn and grow, and the chance to feel connected to a community of their choosing. 

Not every child born with — or who acquires — a disability gets the best start in life. That’s why we exist. We are committed to building positive, consistent relationships that foster trust, stability, resilience, and a genuine sense of belonging. 

 

 

Job Description

About the Role 

GSL is seeking enthusiastic, empathetic, and resilient Residential Care Workers (Disability Focus) with experience supporting young people with complex physical and mental health needs in a residential setting. 

In this role, you will: 

  • Provide direct care and supervision to young people in a residential home 

  • Develop and implement individualised care and support plans 

  • Assist with daily living skills, personal care, education, and recreational activities 

  • Promote a safe, structured, and positive living environment 

  • Build strong, trusting relationships and provide emotional support and guidance 

  • Maintain accurate documentation and case records 

  • Be a consistent, positive role model — helping young people feel safe, build resilience, and work toward positive future outcomes 

  • Deliver higher-level, complex support to young people with disability and intellectual impairment 

  • Facilitate meaningful community participation and social engagement — because everyone deserves a full and connected life 

  • Confidently de-escalate challenging situations with skill, compassion, and well-timed humour 

  • Bring a BIG heart and a cool head — knowing some days are smooth sailing, and others require strength, patience, and teamwork 

Desired Skills and Experience

What You’ll Bring 

  • LCS2 (or willingness to obtain) 
  • Paid Blue Card 

  • NDIS Yellow Card 

  • Unrestricted driver licence 

  • Current First Aid Certificate 

  • Current CPR Certificate 

  • Minimum Certificate IV in Disability Support, Youth Work, or related field (or currently studying toward one) 

  • Unrestricted working rights in Australia 

 

Why Join Us? 

We prioritise the wellbeing of both our clients and our team. Through trauma-informed frameworks such as The Sanctuary Model, we support emotional, social, moral, physical, and cultural wellbeing across our organisation. 

We value people who: 

  • Are driven to make a positive impact on young people with disabilities and mental illness 

  • Are reliable, trustworthy, and resilient 

  • Thrive in a team environment 

  • Are flexible and available to work across weekdays and weekends 

 

When Do We Need You? 

Now!

If you’re ready to help create homes filled with safety, belonging, and opportunity — we’re ready to meet you.

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