Therapeutic Youth Care Specialist

2 months ago


Lismore, Australia Life Without Barriers Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Therapeutic Youth Care Specialist to join our team at Life Without Barriers. As a key member of our Intensive Therapeutic Care team, you will provide direct support, care, and mentorship to children and young people living in our homes across Goonellabah.

Our young people have experienced childhood trauma, abuse, or neglect and may have a mental health, physical, or psychosocial disability. You will work collaboratively with our team to provide a nurturing environment that promotes self-efficacy and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain professional, nurturing relationships with children and young people
  • Meet the day-to-day needs of children and young people, working within legislative requirements and LWB initiatives
  • Provide daily care, supervision, and role modeling
  • Facilitate activities that connect the child or young person with their family, community, and culture
  • Support the child or young person to participate in school, vocational training, or employment
  • Effectively advocate the views of the young people
  • Participate in team meetings, reflective practice, and supervision, debriefing, and various support activities
  • Maintain high-quality record keeping and documentation

Benefits:

  • Work with a leading social purpose organisation
  • Competitive hourly rate with opportunities for salary packaging
  • Access to paid face-to-face training and professional development
  • 24-hour management support with a National After-Hours Service team
  • Generous salary packaging benefits
  • Employee benefits program, including access to discounted health insurance and travel club membership

Requirements:

  • Diploma in Community Services or related field (or willingness to complete a Diploma offered by LWB)
  • Current Provide First Aid and CPR certificates
  • Australian Drivers Licence
  • Ability to form and maintain professional, nurturing relationships with children and young people

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks, including National Criminal History Record Check and NSW Working with Children Check.

We are committed to playing our part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and bring continuity of care and support to our clients. If you are successful, we will discuss with you an alternative to a face-to-face interview.


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