Intensive Therapeutic Youth Workers

3 weeks ago

Blacktown, New South Wales, Australia MacKillop Family Services Full time

Join to apply for the Intensive Therapeutic Youth Workers role at MacKillop Family Services

At MacKillop Family Services, we're on the lookout for a compassionate, enthusiastic Youth Worker to help make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in our Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) Program. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, dynamic team and contribute to the development of young people who need guidance, energy and care.

We are currently offering Part Time opportunities based in Blacktown, Penrith, Luddenham NSW area and surrounds. You will need to have flexibility of working various shifts to cover day/night, weekends and sleep over shifts. Reporting to the House Manager.

About The Role

You'll be more than just a Youth Worker. You'll be a mentor, a role model, and a change-maker. You'll play a key part in helping youth overcome challenges, building their confidence, and guiding them on their journey toward a brighter future. You will provide trauma-informed services that achieve positive outcomes for young people and their families. You will offer young people safety, stability, predictability and consistency by implementing the house guidelines and supporting the implementation of individual strategies and case plans. You will also participate in team meetings, house meetings and case review meetings to ensure that young people receive services that meet their needs.

What Your Day Would Include

  • Mentor and engage young people, guiding them through life skills development and personal growth.
  • Role model positive behaviors, emotional intelligence, and social responsibility.
  • Empower youth by encouraging their active participation in decisions that impact their lives.
  • Provide hands-on support with day-to-day tasks like meal prep, shopping, and housekeeping to ensure a safe and stable environment.
  • Collaborate with a vibrant team to tailor services that meet the specific needs of each young person.
  • Safeguard wellbeing by reporting any concerns to ensure they're safe and supported.

Our Offer

  • Salary packaging – up to $18,550 per year to reduce taxable income.
  • Paid training including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Sanctuary and Cultural Awareness training.
  • Fitness Passport – discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family.
  • Sanctuary Organisation – MacKillop's work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, creating a safe environment that helps coping with stress and trauma.
  • Employee Assistance Program – counselling and coaching across life aspects, including health advice from qualified nutritionists.
  • Hourly Rate as outlined in the SCHADS Award Level 3, dependent on qualification and experience.
  • Strong career growth opportunities and continuous support.

What You Bring

You're passionate about supporting youth and ready to make an impact. You bring:

  • Must Have A Diploma in Community Services, Youth Work or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in youth services or residential care.
  • A deep understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and a commitment to cultural competency.
  • A trauma-informed approach to working with young people facing significant challenges.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage, motivate, and support youth effectively.

Must Have Or Willing To Obtain

  • Valid and Current Driver's Licence
  • Valid and Current Workers with Children\'s Check
  • Valid and Current NDIS Workers Screen
  • Satisfactory Criminal History Check

For more information, please contact Anne Maree Engh at annemaree.engh@mackillop.org.au

Our Commitment

MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every person's background, including culture, language, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, and age. We are committed to evolving as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Individual and Family Services


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