ITC Youth Worker

We're looking for passionate, motivated people who are resilient and are team players. If you're seeking rewarding work and possess good communication skills and a positive attitude, we want to hear from you. Permanent positions are available, with shortlisting and interviews commencing immediately.

Have you worked in education, emergency services, allied health, disability, aged care, community services, or human services? Your experience and skills are wanted

Or are you studying or have completed a diploma in a relevant field and eager to start your career? MacKillop can help you take that first step.

Part-time, casual, and full-time positions are available in our Intensive Therapeutic Care Program, based in Lochinvar, NSW. The position reports to the House Manager.

For more information, please contact:

Tahkiesha King at tahkiesha.king@mackillop.org.au or on 0467 717 441 or Jacob Dwyer at Jacob.dwyer@mackillop.org.au or on 0455 382 972.

About the role:

• Assist young people in developing living and life skills.
• Model and reinforce positive behaviour through social learning, responsibility, and emotional intelligence.
• Promote democracy and support young people's participation in decision-making processes.
• Support children and young people in accommodation services, including household duties such as cleaning, shopping, and meal preparation.

The ITC system aims to:

• Provide Therapeutic Care
• Focus on recovery from trauma
• Offer an alternative to long-term residential care
• Enhance safety and protection for children and young people
• Facilitate pathways to less intensive services and permanency
• Expand placement options to improve outcomes in mental health, physical health, and education

Primary objectives:

• Deliver trauma-informed services that yield positive outcomes for young people and families.
• Ensure safety, stability, and predictability by implementing house guidelines and individual strategies.
• Participate in team, house, and case review meetings to meet young people's needs.

Key selection criteria:

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A Diploma of Youth Work, Community Services, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience or willingness to participate in training for Aboriginal staff, with a qualification being desirable.
• Experience in youth services, residential care, or supported accommodation.
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture, values, and current issues faced by Aboriginal children and families.
• Experience working therapeutically with children and young people facing significant challenges and trauma.

You must have or be willing to obtain:

• Valid and current Driver's License
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Valid and current NDIS Worker Screening Check

Our offer includes:

• A great opportunity to join a leading provider of community and family services with career growth prospects.
• Hourly rate based on SCHADS Award 3.1-3.4, depending on qualification and experience.
• Salary packaging options to reduce your tax, up to $18,550 per year.
• Ongoing professional development, study leave, and extensive training through our in-house learning team.
• Industry-specific training paid by MacKillop, including TCI, Sanctuary, and Cultural Awareness training.
• Employee Assistance Program offering counselling and coaching for various life aspects.
• Sanctuary Model framework supporting a safe and healing environment.
• Click HERE to learn more about joining MacKillop Family Services and our employee support programs.

Our commitment:

MacKillop values diversity, dignity, and safety for all. We aim to be a culturally safe and welcoming organization for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Shortlisting may begin immediately, so please submit your application promptly.