Youth Care Specialist
3 weeks ago
Embracing a role that fosters growth and resilience in children and young people, you will be part of Lifestyle Solutions' dedicated care team.
The Therapeutic Youth Worker position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of those who need it most. As a valued member of our team, you will play a crucial role in assisting children and young people to reach their full potential through day-to-day provision of care, nurturing, and safety in our Out of Home Care Programme.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing tailored therapeutic interventions aimed at addressing the unique needs of each child or young person we care for to help them overcome trauma and build resilience on their journey to adulthood.
- Meeting the child or young person's daily care needs such as personal hygiene, health, and well-being, medical, transportation, recreational, and educational support needs.
- Contribute to and maintain a quality care environment for all children and young people that is safe, clean, and personalized to those that live there.
- Documenting accurately events and developments related to the day-to-day provision of care on the child or young person's journey with us.
- Ensuring children and young people's NDIS plans are accessible for them while in our care.
- Utilizing trauma-informed practices and supports in day-to-day care provision for children and young people.
- Providing positive behavior support, therapeutic interventions, and safety to children and young people who may experience events of escalation and crisis.
- Encouraging and facilitating opportunities for social engagement, recreation, and community involvement.
- Collaborating with the care team to develop and implement individualized support plans.
- Advocating for the rights and needs of the children and young people.
About You:
Lifestyle Solutions is looking for care team members who have a demonstrated passion for helping children and young people heal and grow through understanding and support. Experienced in offering support to individuals with disabilities and complex support needs, helping them lead fulfilling lives and promoting their independence.
You'll understand the importance of trauma-informed care, consistency, and stability in the lives of children and young people. Adapting responses and utilizing a broad range of support strategies. Be committed to meticulous documentation and reporting with a deep commitment to the safeguarding of vulnerable children and young people.
This role requires a suitable minimum qualification, lived experience, or eligibility for a traineeship, along with a current paid working with children check, national police check, valid driver's license.
We Offer:
- A competitive hourly rate of $28-$32 per hour based on the SCHADS Award 2.1 – 2.2
- Salary packaging with $15,900 general and $2,650 entertainment benefits
- Paid face-to-face and online training with ample opportunities for career development
- Dynamic Clinical and Practice support teams
- 24/7 crisis and incident response support
- Free confidential counselling support
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