Therapeutic Youth Worker – Child & Family Services
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Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Casual Opportunities Available
Training Provided and 24/7 Support
Flexible Shifts to Suit Your Lifestyle
Locations: North and South Adelaide - Available Shifts
6:00am 10:00am
2:00pm 10:00pm (Active) followed by 10:00pm 6:00am (Passive)
Please note: the afternoon active and passive components form one continuous shift and cannot be split.
The Role
You will support young people living in out-of-home care by providing:
Active Support
Meal preparation dressing transport and social activities
Assistance to plan and achieve daily goals
Health Support
Administering and documenting medication
Following individual health support plans
Positive Behaviour Support
Managing behaviours triggers and escalations in line with support strategies
Safeguarding
Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of both yourself and the young person
Completing required documentation and incident reports
About You
Genuine motivation to work with young people
Availability for rotating rosters including weekends and overnight shifts
Current paid Working With Children Check
National Police Check
Valid drivers licence
Current First Aid certificate
Recent psychological assessment or willingness to obtain one
Relevant qualification or currently working toward a diploma or degree
For more information please click the link provided.
What We Offer
Hourly rate in line with SCHADS Award Levels 2.1 2.2
Salary packaging: $15900 general and $2650 entertainment
Paid training and ongoing career development opportunities
All required PPE provided
24/7 crisis and incident response support
Free confidential counselling services
About Us
We provide services to people with disability young people and children in out-of-home care their families and their communities. Our organisation is built on the belief that everyone is equal. You can learn more about us through the link provided.
For more information please click here
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online.
For enquiries please contact:
Our organisation is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. All applicants will be required to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
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
