Residential Care Officer

Position: Residential Care Officer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Moorooka QLD 4105

Our client is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred disability support services that promote independence, dignity, wellbeing and community participation. They support individuals with disability in residential and supported accommodation settings, ensuring they receive appropriate care, supervision and assistance tailored to their individual needs.

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable and experienced Residential Care Officer to join their team and contribute to the delivery of individualised residential care and support services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing care, supervision and structured day-to-day support to individuals with disability living in supported residential or group-home settings, promoting their safety, dignity, independence and participation in daily life.
• Assessing clients' individual needs, abilities, risks and support requirements, and contributing to the development, implementation and review of individualised care plans, skill-development programs and behaviour support strategies.
• Engaging with clients to identify their support needs, personal goals and changing circumstances, and communicating relevant observations to appropriate stakeholders.
• Monitoring clients' wellbeing, behaviour, functional abilities and progress towards individual goals, while maintaining accurate progress notes, handover records, incident reports and other service documentation.
• Supporting clients with daily living activities and residential routines, including personal care, mobility, meal preparation, household activities, appointments and community participation, while encouraging independence.
• Implementing approved care plans, behaviour support strategies, risk-management measures and safeguarding procedures, and responding appropriately to incidents or changes in clients' circumstances.
• Coordinating and supporting daily residential care activities to ensure services are delivered consistently with clients' assessed needs, individual care plans and organisational requirements.
• Liaising with families, guardians, support coordinators, nurses, allied-health professionals, medical practitioners and other service providers to facilitate continuity of care and access to appropriate support services.

Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, applicants should possess:

• A relevant qualification in Community Services, Disability Support, Individual Support, Social Welfare or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of Previous experience providing care and support to individuals with disability, preferably within supported residential accommodation or group-home environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of person-centred care, individualised support planning and behaviour support strategies.
• Knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards, safeguarding requirements and relevant workplace health and safety procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A genuine commitment to supporting individuals with disability to achieve greater independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

Additional Requirements:

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain these.
• Valid Australian driver's licence, where required for the position.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings, depending on operational requirements.

What is on Offer

• Competitive hourly remuneration.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• Meaningful work supporting individuals with disability to achieve their personal goals.
• Flexible casual employment arrangements.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their current resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications, experience and suitability for the position by 15 November 2026.