Careers

• Competitive hourly rates plus penalty rates for evenings, weekends and public holidays 
• Casual and permanent part time positions available
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

At Life Without Barriers, we deliver inclusive, trauma-informed services that support children, young people, families, and carers to thrive.

From foster care, family support, residential care and youth programs, we work alongside communities to create safe, supportive environments where every child and young person can reach their potential.

Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around!

About the role

We are currently recruiting for Residential Youth Support Workers to join our Manjimup team. These are hands-on Permanent or Casual positions supporting the young people living in LWB's residential care homes. You will be working directly with children and young people, supporting the day to day running the house with domestic duties and various activities in line with the young people’s care plans. 

Experience and understanding of trauma and de-escalating behaviours is required. 

The program prioritises the safety and well-being of children and young people, offering a predictable, home-like environment that is culturally safe and responsive. 

To learn more about Life Without Barriers services for Children, Young People & Families, please visit https://www.lwb.org.au/services/child-youth-and-family/

Shift examples:

Weekdays: 2pm - 8pm

Weekends:  10am - 8pm

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and assist young people to achieve goals identified in Individual Case Plans
• Assist young people to develop independence and build community networks 
• Support the young person’s interests 
• Establish a rapport and collaborate effectively with young people to achieve positive outcomes
• Manage behavioural escalations and assist the young person to co-regulate emotionally
• Domestic duties and supporting the young person to learn how to look after themselves eg cooking, housework, laundry
• Communicate with the care team and report incidents promptly and accurately
• Medication administration (when required)
• Maintenance of progress notes and record keeping

Skills & Experience 

• Experience working with clients who have experienced significant trauma and neglect, including the management of behaviours of concern
• Ability to demonstrate highly effective interpersonal skills with young people and stakeholders
• Demonstrate confidentiality and have strong understanding of professional boundaries
• Experience working with young people from indigenous or other cultural backgrounds
• A current Provide First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain prior to employment)
• A current Drivers Licence

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, Department of Communities Check and Working with Children Check.

Benefits: 

• Discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around at one of Australia's largest social purpose organisations
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits – claim up to $15,900 per year, tax free!
• Ongoing development opportunities, including paid CARE and TCI Training as part of your induction!!
• 24-hour management support with a National After-Hours Service team

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Enquires to tracy.dallas@lwb.org.au

Applications close Sunday 1st February 2026.

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit https://www.lwb.org.au/careers/ for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.