Therapeutic Youth Worker
Therapeutic Youth Worker
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Job Description
At MacKillop Family Services were on the lookout for a compassionate enthusiastic Youth Workers to help make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in our Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) Program. This is an incredible opportunity to work in a supportive dynamic team and contribute to the development of young people who need your guidanceenergy and care.
If youre ready to roll up your sleeves bring positive energy and make a tangible difference this is the role for you.
We are currently offering Casual opportunities based in Campbelltown Theresa Park Picton Wilton and Surrounding Areas. You need to be Flexible to work days nights weekends and sleep over shifts.
About the Role:
Youll be more than just a Youth Worker. Youll be a mentor a role model and a change-maker. Youll play a key part in helping youth overcome challenges building their confidence and guiding them on their journey toward a brighter future.
You will provide trauma-informed services that achieve positive outcomes for young people and their families. You will offer young people safety stability predictability and consistency by implementing the house guidelines and supporting the implementation of individual strategies andcase plans. As well as participate in team meetings house meetings and case review meetings to ensure that young people receive services that meet their needs.
What Your Day Would Include:
- Mentor and engage young people guiding them through life skills development and personal growth.
- Role model positive behaviors emotional intelligence and social responsibility.
- Empower youth by encouraging their active participation in decisions that impact their lives.
- Provide hands-on support with day-to-day tasks like meal prep shopping and housekeeping to ensure a safe and stable environment.
- Collaborate with a vibrant team to tailor services that meet the specific needs of each young person.
- Safeguard their wellbeing by reporting any concerns to ensure theyre safe and supported.
Our offer:
- Salary packagingwe can help you to maximize yoursalary packaging up to $18550 per year which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
- Paid Training that is industry specific including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Sanctuary and Cultural Awareness training.
- Fitness Passport - which is a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. For a fraction of the price of a regular gym membership.
- Sanctuary Organisation - MacKillops work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model an evidence-supported whole of organisation framework that brings our values to life. The model reinforces our ability to create a safe environment that teaches people to cope effectively with stress and trauma and to heal.
- Employee Assistance Program-Free access to a wide range of options with all aspects of life such as social financial physical mental health by providing counselling and coaching supporting relating both to your circumstance even including health advice from qualified nutritionists.
- Strong career growth opportunities and continuous support youll thrive as part of our team.
- Hourly Rateas outlined in the SCHADS Award Level 3 dependent on qualification and experience.
What You Bring:
Youre passionate about supporting youth and ready to make an impact. Whether you have previous experience in youth services or are eager to start your career in this field we want to hear from you. You bring:
- A Diploma in Community Services or Youth Work or a related field Minimum Cert IV in Youth & already working towards completion of a diploma.
- Demonstrated experience in youth services or residential care.
- A deep understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and a commitment to cultural competency.
- A trauma-informed approach to working with young people facing significant challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage motivate and support youth effectively.
Must Have or Wiling to Obtain:
- Valid and Current Drivers Licence
- Valid and Current Workers with Childrens Check
- Valid and Current NDIS Workers Screeners Check
- Satisfactory Criminal History Check (Mackillop will pay for this to be completed)
For more information please contact Eve Savoy@
Our Commitment:
MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every persons ability cultural or linguistic backgrounds ethnicity sexual orientation gender identity gender expression intersex status relationship status religious or spiritual beliefs socio-economic status and age.
It is our goal that MacKillop Family Services continues to evolve as a culturally safe culturally competent and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children young people families and communities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible
Employment Type
Full-Time
