Residential Care Officer

Location: Bardon, QLD, 4065 Full-Time: Immediate Start Report to: Manager Job Title: Residential Care Officer Salary Range: $79,500 - $83,000 Job Closes Date: 30 Days About the Role Our client is dedicated to empowering individuals to live independently and with dignity in their own homes. As a Residential Care Officer, you will deliver person-centered support, helping clients achieve their goals while ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and social connection. We are seeking a compassionate professional to join a team committed to excellence in home and community care. Key Responsibility and Duties Client Assessment & Program Development • Conduct thorough in-home assessments to identify clients’ physical, emotional, and social needs, then design individualized support, training, and educational programs. • Interview clients and their families to evaluate the nature and extent of difficulties and collaboratively develop goal-oriented care plans. Monitoring, Referral & Reporting • Regularly monitor client progress against care plans, documenting outcomes, and adjusting interventions as required to promote independence. • Refer clients to appropriate health, welfare, housing, or employment agencies to access additional services and resources. Community Liaison & Support • Liaise with community groups, government bodies, and private providers to raise awareness of available resources and address local service gaps. • Support families by providing education, respite, and guidance for caring for children or adults with disabilities in home and group settings. Supervision & Crisis Assistance • Assist young people and vulnerable adults to resolve social, emotional, or financial challenges through practical advice and advocacy. • Prepare funding submissions and detailed reports for government and funding bodies to secure resources for client programs. Requirements • 1 year of full-time work experience within community services, aged care, or disability. • Relevant qualifications are required. • Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills. • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client homes. Apply now To make a meaningful difference in your community. Please note: We are acting as recruitment agents on behalf of our client. Employer details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.