Residential Youth Care Specialist

4 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia Edmen Full time

About the Role:

Edmen Community Staffing Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Youth Worker to join our team. As a casual Residential Youth Worker, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people who are living in out-of-home care under the Guardianship of the Chief Executive, Department for Child Protection (DCP).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create a safe and supportive home environment for at-risk youth.
  • Empower daily living skills, including personal care, meals, and hygiene to promote independence.
  • Facilitate transportation to school, appointments, and community activities.
  • Promote growth and skill development through socialization within the local community.
  • Manage health needs, including administering medications and maintaining accurate reporting.
  • Deliver trauma-informed care, supporting youth with complex behaviors using trauma-informed approaches.
  • Engage in therapeutic practices, including the Trauma Recovery framework and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).

Requirements:

  • Holds a certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services, or equivalent.
  • Has a minimum of 6 months experience in Residential Youth Services.
  • Demonstrated experience in supporting extreme challenging behaviors.
  • Holds an Australian Drivers Licence (SA), P2 or higher.
  • Possesses a Working With Children Check.
  • Can provide availability to work across AM/PM/Active night shifts.
  • Has or is willing to obtain the following certifications:
    • Child Safe Environments (Through Their Eyes) Certificate
    • Child Car Restraints Certificate
    • Safe Infant Training Certificate
    • Current suitable Psychological Assessment, or willing to obtain
    • Current First Aid & CPR certificate
    • CPI Safety Intervention Training

About Edmen:

Edmen Community Staffing Solutions is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages CALD, LGBTQIA+ and First Nations people to apply.



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