Youth Care Specialist

6 days ago


Mackay, Queensland, Australia Life Without Barriers Full time
About the Role

Life Without Barriers is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Youth Worker to join our Intensive Foster and Kinship Care (IFKC) program. As a Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in providing direct care and mentoring to children and young people with complex or extreme support needs.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with children and young people, building trust through active engagement and visible interest.
  • Act as a positive adult role model, encouraging young people to participate in purposeful activities that promote life skills and self-worth.
  • Support the involvement of family and facilitate family visits/connection, promoting positive family relationships.
  • Promote and encourage positive relationships with peers and other significant individuals in the child/young person's life.
  • Assist the child/young person in making decisions about activities and promoting their autonomy.

Requirements:

  • Experience working with young people, preferably in a residential setting, or transferable experience from a background in mental health, teaching/childcare, or youth detention centers.
  • Confidence in managing risk and assessment, with the ability to respond well to young people.
  • Valid Full Unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence.
  • Valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certification.
  • Ability to complete the Hope and Healing Framework Foundations prior to starting.

What We Offer:

  • A supportive and positive team culture.
  • Multiple shifts available to promote work/life flexibility.
  • Ongoing training and mentorship opportunities.
  • A growing organization with great career prospects.


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