Multiple opportunities available in our Youth Residential team—make a meaningful difference while supporting young people to thrive.

Outcare is a long‑established and trusted provider of services across Western Australia’s justice, child protection and family support systems. As part of the PeopleKind Group, we are supported by the strength and stability of a diverse, reputable network of for‑purpose organisations delivering essential services across disability, housing, allied health, justice and reintegration. This strong foundation allows us to operate with confidence, clarity and a long‑term commitment to the communities we serve.  Outcare is also undertaking an exciting period of organisational transformation through our Outcare 2030 strategy, strengthening our systems, frameworks and service delivery for long‑term sustainability. Joining Outcare means stepping into a meaningful role within a stable and values‑driven organisation, where you’ll work alongside skilled professionals who are passionate about achieving positive outcomes for some of Western Australia’s most vulnerable people.

Our Program:  Outcare provides residential care for youth who have experienced complex trauma or at risk of becoming involved with the justice system. Our vision is to transform our great service into an outstanding service that positively changes the path of a person’s life. We understand and engage without judgement to the people in our care. Our ideal candidate/s support people through a trauma-informed model of care. We are open to new ideas, valuing the contributions of all for our next success story.

The Role: Working within a dedicated team, you will contribute to delivering high quality therapeutic care to vulnerable and complex Children and young people in a residential setting. Your work will have a positive impact on a young person’s life using trauma-informed practices and therapeutic interventions. You will assist in developing various, living, social, educational, and recreational life skills, whilst supporting and modelling a safe and positive home life environment to meet each young person’s needs. What you’ll bring:

A positive impact on a young person’s life using trauma-informed practices and therapeutic interventions.

A desire in developing various, living, social, educational, and recreational life skills, whilst supporting and modelling a safe and positive home life environment to meet each young person’s needs. 

Positive role modelling and provide mentoring to enable children and young people to meet their goals and achieve their full potential.

A collaborative approach in working with the team and the young person to develop, implement, and monitor individual plans.

The desire to support the young person to be involved and connected to family and community where possible.

Your Skills and Experience:

Our Youth Residential Support Worker role is incredibly rewarding, but as is the case with working with complex youth, requires staff who are resilient, consistent, and empathetic.

A minimum Cert IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or other equivalent tertiary level qualification in Social Work/Youth Work or minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

A team player, able to work with various stakeholders, share ideas with a constructive approach to reach common goals focusing on the best interests of the young person.

Great at relationship building – listening and giving your time. Respect for yourself and others and have professional boundaries.

Demonstrated experience in working with vulnerable and complex young people.

Creative in your thinking and approach life without judgement and confidence. 

Flexibility – be open to new and innovative ideas, cope with unexpected change and multitask with ease.

Current First Aid Certificate

NDIS Worker Clearance

Working with Children Check

WA Driver's License  

Applicants will be required to attend a pre-employment medical which includes a Drug and Alcohol Screen before an offer of employment is made.

Working therapeutically with children and young people means supporting them to be their best selves, helping them learn, grow, and thrive with autonomy to overcome trauma and make positive choices for their future.     

Available Lines: 

Line 5(40 Hours)- South of the river

Line 4(46 Hours)- South of the river

Line 3 (54 Hours)- South of the river

Line 2 (70 Hours)- North and South of the river 

Multiple opportunities available in our Youth Residential team—join us in making a difference in young people’s lives, click APPLY now and please specify which line you are applying for.

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