Residential Youth Worker (Wollongong) – Wollongong NSW, Australia
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Job Location:
Wollongong - Australia
Monthly Salary:
$ 51 - 51
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us
The Lumiere Foundation is an Australian charity that supports people experiencing disadvantage trauma and complex life challenges. We partner with community service organisations to provide skilled staff to disability and Out-of-Home Care services helping young people stay safe supported and connected.
Every person in our organisation plays a role in delivering consistent high-quality care whether supporting young people directly or working behind the scenes. At Lumiere Foundation your work creates real change for a brighter tomorrow.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Youth Workers to support children and young people living in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) with our partner organisation Interactive Community Care (ICCare). You will be employed by Lumiere Foundation and work onsite with ICCares residential care services.
In this role you will help young people build life skills confidence and resilience while maintaining a safe structured and supportive environment.
What we Offer:
- Casual employment.
- Competitive hourly rates starting from a casual rate of $48.31 (inclusive of 25% loading) and up to a casual rate of $51.81 (inclusive of 25% loading) based on experience and capability plus weekend penalty rates paid on weekend shifts.
- Supportive trauma-informed team focused on safe high-quality care for young people.
- Training and development opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.
- A workplace that values diversity inclusion and equal employment opportunity.
- Dedicated on-call team for after-hours support.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day care and supervision in a residential setting ensuring young people are safe and supported at all times.
- Support young people to build independent living skills daily routines and positive social communication.
- Implement individual care plans based on each young persons needs abilities and goals.
- Maintain accurate documentation case notes and incident reports in line with policy and procedure.
- Encourage participation in recreational and community activities that build confidence and life skills.
- Provide emotional support and intervene appropriately during behavioural or crisis situations.
What Youll Bring
Qualifications: Diploma in Youth Work Community Services Child Youth and Family Intervention or a related field.Experience: Previous work with young people in residential OOHC or a similar care setting is required.Practice knowledge: Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and the needs of young people in residential environments.Communication Requirements: Demonstrated written documentation skills and English proficiency for professional case notes reports and verbal communication are essential.Interpersonal skills: Able to build rapport communicate calmly and model positive behaviour that promotes independence.Teamwork & resilience: Confident working independently and within a fast-paced dynamic team.Highly regarded: Training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention or equivalent.
Essential Requirements:
- Full unrestricted Australian working rights
- National Crime Check (or willingness to obtain)
- NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
- Licensing & transport: Current Australian drivers licence and reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
- Availability for variety of different shifts over a fortnightly roster (day/evening/sleepover/weekend).
ClickApply Nowand help us deliver care thats consistent compliant and compassionate.
If you have any questions about the role or recruitment process contact the Lumiere Foundation recruitment team
Required Experience:
Junior 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
