Therapeutic Youth Worker

1 week ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Be Recruitment Full time
Casual/flexible work
- $43.02 per hour + penalties + super

  • An oportunity to make a real difference


As a youth worker, you will work directly with young people who have a history of trauma, abuse and neglect.


You will work within a residential program and ensure that a homelike environment is maintained and that children and young people engage in activities that promote wellbeing and capacity development.


Core responsibilities:

  • Attend to the daily care needs of children and young people;
  • Provide therapeutic support and guidance and ensure consistency of care at all times;
  • Manage challenging and complex behaviours;
  • Facilitate the operation of the residential household, including cleaning, cooking and other relevant tasks;
  • Support and promote social, emotional, behavioural and developmental outcomes for children and young people
Essential Criteria

  • Diploma in community services, youth work, disability or similar.
  • Full NSW Drivers Licence
  • Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Unrestricted Visa Holder
  • Current First Aid certificate
  • Current CPR certificate
  • WWCC
  • Willingness to undergo a police check
  • Vaccinated or exempt from vaccination against Covid1
  • Must be available for day, evening, and weekend shifts.
  • NDIS Workers screening check desired


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