Therapeutic Youth Residential Care Worker – Northern

Berry Street Victoria · Preston · Posted 6 days ago

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$71K - $80K pa (pro rata) dependent on experience and qualifications + salary packaging + super + penalty rates

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Job posted on: 16th Oct 2026

Melbourne > Preston

Casual

Family Services, Mental Health and Counselling, Social Work, Youth

Not For Profit (NFP)

Job description

Job no: 8DJA7

A culture that values and supports professional development.

Generous leave + Salary packaging benefits!

Evidence based and trauma informed model of care

The Opportunity

Residential Care & Therapeutic Residential Care (TRC) is intensive and time-limited care for a child or young person in statutory care that responds to the complex impacts of abuse, neglect and separation from family. This is achieved through the creation of positive, safe, healing relationships and experiences informed by a sound understanding of trauma, damaged attachment and development needs.

Northern region, Homes on Wurundjeri Country

Various opportunities available

Base salary $71K - $80K pa (pro rata) dependent on experience and qualifications + salary packaging + super + penalty rates

IMPORTANT DATES

Applications closing: As advertised

Group Assessment: Thursday 5th November 2026

2 day face-to-face Orientation Training is mandatory for all successful candidates: Wednesday 25th November and Thursday 16th November 2026

*Please note your in person attendance is a mandatory portion of your application.

While the role is deeply rewarding, it also presents its own set of challenges. Working with children and young people who have endured trauma, neglect, and abuse requires resilience, compassion, and a commitment to their growth and well-being. Our roster operates 24/7, offering a variety of day shifts (7am to 11pm) and overnight shifts (11pm to 7am).

We are looking for individuals who have a strong sense of self, are resilient and who are truly able to understand trauma and the behaviours of vulnerable young people in the Out of Home Care sector. You will provide therapeutic support and care and have the potential to truly make a difference to a young person's life.

On the Job, You will:

Work collaboratively within a dedicated team to deliver high-quality therapeutic care.

Implement current best practice therapeutic interventions and program guidelines to ensure the highest standard of care and child safety.

Serve as a positive role model, supporting young people in their educational, social, and recreational pursuits while fostering independence.

Create a safe and nurturing home environment, including managing household duties and providing nutritious meals.

Your Skills and Experience

A team worker – ability 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. Respecting yourself and others and have professional boundaries.

Flexibility – be open to new ideas, cope with unexpected change and multitask with ease. Be creative in your thinking and approach each task without judgement and confidence.

You must hold a drivers licence (minimum green P’s) as the role will transport young people from time to time.

A minimum Cert IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or equivalent qualification is required or equivalent

Applicants must complete the mandatory upskilling units as required by Department of Families, Fairness and Housing. Continuing employment is dependent on satisfactory evidence provided within 6 months of being engaged in the role.

Interested?

Click "Apply Now" and submit your application, including a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria for the position.

For inquiries, contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] using the subject line: Therapeutic Youth Residential Care Worker - Northern enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and National and International Police check (if required) and Worker Care Exclusion Scheme.

Berry Street is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

A position description is attached.

About Berry Street Victoria

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About Berry Street Victoria

Berry Street Victoria is a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on supporting individuals experiencing disability, poverty, violence, and abuse. The organisation has a long history of empowering families and upholding human rights, emphasising diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing in its initiatives.

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Police check
Working with Children Check
Driver licence
Certificate III/IV

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