• Expression of Interest

Who We Are and What We Do

Lifestyle Solutions believes that everyone is equal. We believe that with equal recognition, equal treatment and equal opportunity we can support people in leading a rich, productive and happy life. We care because we believe that we can make a difference - and make it matter. Our team embodies reliable, responsive, flexible, friendly, empathetic and caring service to the people we support on a national scale.

With a rapidly growing reach across almost all of Australia, we are seeking expressions of interest from passionate and committed Support Workers who would be interested in joining our Out Of Home Care Accommodation service located in Cairns. Lifestyle Solutions delivers multiple services for young people up to 18 years old with complex support needs. These young people have range of conditions including challenging behaviours, autism, attachment disorders, anxiety, depression, anger, aggression, post traumatic stress and disengagement.

The Role

We are seeking support workers who are dedicated and resilient with an understanding of the importance of supporting children and young people in line with our commitment to the Child Protection Act 1999. Responsibilities will include:

• Mentoring and skill development
• Being a positive role model
• Providing positive support in areas such as emotional behaviour, health, incident management, personal care and hygiene, transport, education, cooking and domestic duties
• Working shifts within a team to provide 24-hour support to the young people in our services
• Guiding and supporting young people to develop independent living skills
• Helping young people to engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities
• Administering and managing medication

About You

• Hold or be working towards obtaining a qualification recognised by Department of Child Safety, Youth and Women. Please review the recognised Minimum Qualifications Standards here
• Be willing to be available to work shifts on a 24/7 rotating roster which includes evenings, awake shifts, sleepovers and weekend shifts
• Previous experience supporting young people with a range of behavioural concerns
• Current Blue Card (or willing to obtain)
• Current Positive Notice Card/Yellow Card (or willing to obtain)
• Current drivers licence
• Current First Aid certificate (HLTAID003)

The Perks

Working for Lifestyle Solutions makes you feel like you are making a difference to people’s lives. Our team is here because they care, and because of that, we have an enriching and rewarding culture within our workplace. Joining the Lifestyle Solutions team means that you will be presented with opportunities, support, and recognition whilst working alongside people who are passionate about what they do, and more importantly passionate about why they do it.

We are an innovative organisation that is passionate about positive outcomes for the people we support and offer our people an attractive and supportive work environment.

Both fixed-term part-time and casual positions on offer. We pay all our Support Workers on Award (SCHCADS); the casual rates are in the range of $34.75 to $36.03 per hour depending on your qualifications.