Senior Therapeutic Youth Worker Western Sydney
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Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Role
Lead the day-to-day running of an Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) home in Western Sydney. Provide direct support to young people guide staff and ensure therapeutic care safety and compliance. This role includes 36 hours face-to-face support plus 2 hours administration weekly.
Why Youll Love Working With Us:
Salary packaging up to $15900 tax-freeplus an additional $2650 entertainment card
Paid training and professional development
Opportunities for career development and growth pathways
Access to Pool vehicles
Supportive and values-driven team culture
Discounts on dining travel and retail
What Youll Be Doing:
Deliver trauma-informed care aligned to case and behaviour plans
Oversee household operations including budgets audits and WHS
Lead and coach Therapeutic Youth Workers to model best practice
Support culturally safe care and connection to community and culture
Ensure compliance with PSP OCG standards and governance frameworks
What Youll Bring:
Diploma in Child Youth & Family Intervention (or similar)
2 years working with young people in OOHC or residential care
Knowledge of PSP 10 Essential Elements and child protection law
Strong leadership decision-making and coaching skills
Current unrestricted drivers license and probity clearances
Please note: The advertised title Senior Therapeutic Youth Worker reflects the nature and level of the role. The formal employment title on the contract will be House Manager.
About Us
We are a purpose-driven organisation supporting children and young people through therapeutic evidence-based care. Guided by our values Inspired Courageous Skilful Responsive we foster a supportive collaborative culture that prioritises safety wellbeing and positive futures.
How to Apply:
If youre interested in joining us please submit your application online. Shortlisting is ongoing so get in early!
For questions contact Traceyat
We Celebrate Diversity
Lifestyle Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We champion inclusion and welcome applications from people with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples LGBTI communities and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Direct Support
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Mediation Experience
- Conflict Management
- Computer Literacy
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Medication Administration
- Social Work
- Writing Skills
