Residential Youth Worker – Casual Opportunities
Staff on Standby (SOS) – Now hiring in Logan, Ipswich and Gold Coast Regions
From $45.28/hr, $63.39 Saturdays, $81.50 Sundays. A weekend sleepover block pays around $765.
At Staff on Standby, we provide safe, supportive care for young people in the child safety and disability systems. We are growing our casual team across three regions and we have immediate starts available.
We are upfront about pay, because you should not have to guess what a shift is worth.
What You Will Earn
All rates are SCHADS Award Level 2.1 casual, current from 1 July 2026, and already include the 25% casual loading.
• Monday to Friday: from $45.28 per hour • Afternoon shift: from $49.80 per hour • Night shift: from $50.71 per hour • Saturday: from $63.39 per hour • Sunday: from $81.50 per hour • Public holiday: from $99.61 per hour • Sleepover: $62.87 per night, paid on top of your hours • Plus 12% super
A real example: Saturday 2:00pm to 10:30pm, sleepover, then 6:30am to 8:30am Sunday pays approximately $765 gross for the one booking.
Duties You Will Perform
• Create a safe, stable and supportive home environment • Build positive, trusting relationships that empower healing and growth • Support young people’s access to education, healthcare and life skills • Encourage resilience, independence and healthy decision making • Maintain daily routines and a nurturing home environment • Complete clear written and verbal reports • Assist with tailored behaviour support strategies
About You
You are calm, flexible and creative, with the ability to connect meaningfully with young people who have experienced trauma. To succeed you will need:
• A strong understanding of trauma informed care and the child protection system • Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills • Resilience to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic role
What You Must Have
Blue Card (Working with Children Check) National Police Check (within last 6 months) Current First Aid & CPR QLD Driver’s Licence (Open preferred) Flexibility for rotating rosters (nights, weekends, public holidays)
Great If You Have It, But We Can Help You Get There
Certificate IV in Youth/Community Services (or near completion) LCS (Licensed Care Service check), ideally within the past 12 months Hope & Healing Certification
If you already hold your Blue Card, police check and first aid, talk to us. We can work through the rest with you.
Why Join SOS?
• Real shift volume. We fill shifts across three regions, so there are consistent hours and extra pickups whenever you want them • You choose your shifts. Casual means casual, and we roster around your life • Paid training, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and Supervision • 24/7 on-call support. You will never be on shift with no one to call • Paid fortnightly, with super paid on time every cycle • Locally owned and run. You deal with the people who make the decisions
How to Apply
Hit Apply and send us your resume with a short cover letter. Please complete the screening questions, and tell us which region suits you and your general availability.
For questions, contact us at [email protected]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted (please check your junk/spam folder). You must be authorised to work in Australia. Pre-employment checks apply.
Ready to inspire and support young people? Apply now and be part of the change.
