Care Practitioner (Ipswich)

Are you an experienced Youth Worker looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference?

MANAWISE Care is growing in South West Queensland and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our Residential Care team on a permanent Part Time basis.

About the Role

You will be working across our residential homes, currently located in Redbank Plains, Raceview, Ripley, and Collingwood Park with exciting opportunities to support new homes as MANAWISE continues to grow and expand.

As a Care Practitioner, you’ll support young people facing complex challenges by providing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment. You’ll play a key role in helping them build resilience, develop life skills, and create brighter futures.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, supportive, and structured home environment
• Build strong, positive relationships with young people
• Support emotional, social, and life skill development
• Encourage healthy decision-making and wellbeing
• Collaborate with a therapeutic care team to deliver tailored plans
• Complete daily documentation, case notes, and reports

Essential Requirements

• Experience in Youth Work, Child Safety, or a related field
• Current, unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence (open class)
• Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, or similar (or working towards it)
• First Aid & CPR certification
• Availability for shift work (including sleepovers & weekends)
• Current Paid Blue Card
• National Police Check (within 6 months)
• Ability to obtain LCS check
• Hope & Healing Module certificate (we can assist if needed)

Why Join MANAWISE?

• Permanent Part Time hours on offer
• Be part of a growing organisation with new residentials opening
• Join a supportive, values-driven team
• Access ongoing training and professional development
• Make a lasting impact in young people’s lives

About MANAWISE

MANAWISE is committed to working together to create connected, caring, and thriving communities. We are a youth-focused service provider delivering quality care to vulnerable children and young people. Built on cultural principles of connection, care and kindness, our 24/7 services and programs support children and young people to feel valued and appreciated. Our practice is evidence-informed and supported through professional supervision and team support.

How to Apply

Submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and passion for working with young people.

Please ensure you have all essential requirements ready to go.