Residential Youth Worker

Are you passionate about providing a welcoming environment for First Nations students away from home?

Aboriginal Hostels Limited’s (AHL) vision is to improve the quality of life and opportunities for First Nations People through their national network of hostels.  

AHL hostels are like a home away from home for people needing to travel for access to services or for work and education opportunities.

They provide comfortable, culturally safe and affordable accommodation, three meals a day and a welcoming environment for those who stay. 

There are multiple opportunities for Residential Youth Workers to join AHL’s Biala Hostel which provides accommodation and support for First Nations students in achieving their educational goals by offering tutoring, organising out-of-school activities, and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. 

This is an opportunity for you to make an impact in the lives of First Nations students by providing an environment where cultural safety and wellbeing is prioritised, and the girls can remain connected to their families and community.  

As an APS3 Residential Youth Worker, you will provide high quality care and support to students and foster an environment where students feel culturally safe while staying at AHL.  

Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:   

• Help students build and maintain routines that enhance their personal and educational development 
• Assist with administrative tasks such as student applications, appointments and enrolments 
• Engage with school teachers, parents and community members 
• Promote student participation in regular wellbeing and cultural activities  
• Uphold the safety and welfare of students 
• Take the responsibility of being the First Aid Officer and Emergency Warden when on duty  

People with a strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and issues affecting First Nations peoples are well suited to this opportunity.  

You will have a strong interest in community welfare and likely studying or already have qualifications such as a Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent/higher.  

You could be working in children’s services, family support, or a similar sector and now looking for an opportunity to transfer your skills and make a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.  

Please refer to the Vacancy Information for further information and eligibility requirements.  

This role is offered on an ongoing basis either as full-time, part-time, or casual (on call).  

Biala Hostel operates 24/7 which means work patterns may vary and could involve shift work, and weekends to support engagement with students. 

With students returning home during school holidays Biala Hostel closes, providing team members the opportunity to have extended periods of paid leave during the school holidays.  

• $63,740 – $69,476 + 15.4% Super  
• Pending the outcome of the AHL’s Enterprise Agreement, employees will receive salary increases 
• Generous shift penalties for work after hours, weekends and public holidays 
• Salary packaging options available which can reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay 
• Meals provided while on duty