Specialist Youth Worker

Employment Basis: Casual

Location : Esperance 6450

Who are we?

Outcare is a leading provider of services across the justice, child protection and family support systems in Western Australia.

Outcare is part of PeopleKind Group, parent company to a diverse and growing group of for purpose organisations that deliver services encompassing disability, housing, allied health, justice, child protection and reintegration.

We support people experiencing mental health issues, family and domestic violence, the impacts of trauma and intergenerational disadvantage, vulnerable housing and a range of other complex issues. Outcare particularly focuses on these issues across the justice and child protection systems either through working to address the factors leading people into these systems, diverting them from entering or assisting them when they are in.

At Outcare we are committed to working alongside some of the most vulnerable West Australians and do this with a strong sense of focus, commitment and respect. Outcare is embarking on a period of organisational transformation through its recently launched Outcare 2028 project. This project will see significant changes across key priority areas positioning Outcare for sustained success into the future.

Our Program

Outcare provides residential care for youth who are under
the guardianship of DCFS. Our vision is to transform our great service into an
outstanding service that positively changes the path of a person's life. We
engage without judgment and support people through a trauma-informed model of
care. We value new ideas and contributions that help create our next success
story.

About the Role

As a Specialist Youth Worker, you will provide
person-centered support to young people and individuals with disabilities in
residential settings. This hybrid role focuses on building independence,
wellbeing, and community inclusion while ensuring compliance with NDIS
standards. You will work within a supportive team environment on a 24/7 roster.
Depending on the complexity of the young person's needs, staff-to-client ratios
vary from 1:1 to 2:1.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver
  therapeutic and practical support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist
  with daily living activities, personal care, and skill development.
• Facilitate
  community access, education, and social engagement.
• Implement
  behaviour support strategies and trauma-informed care.
• Support
  NDIS goals and maintain compliance with quality standards.
• Complete
  household tasks and maintain a safe, homely environment.
• Maintain
  accurate documentation and professional boundaries.

What We are Looking For

• Certificate
  IV in Community Services, Disability Services, Mental Health (or
  equivalent experience).
• Understanding
  of trauma-informed care and person-centered practice.
• Understanding
  of providing disability assistance and personal care.
• Ability
  to mitigate potentially high-risk behaviours and manage yourself in
  challenging situations.
• Cultural
  competency, especially with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
  communities.
• Basic
  Microsoft Suite skills and report writing ability.

In addition, you will need (or be willing to obtain):

• Current
  WA Driver's Licence.
• WA
  Working with Children Check.
• NDIS
  Worker Screening Check and Orientation Modules.
• Provide
  First Aid HLTAID003.
• Medical
  Screening Check.

Employment will be subject to obtaining and maintaining
security clearance by the Government of Western Australia, Department of
Communities and Department of Justice.

Why Join Us?

• Salary
  packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses + $2,650 for entertainment
  benefits annually.
• A
  work vehicle when on shift.
• Career
  progression opportunities.
• Free,
  confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing
  training and support to give you the skills to make a bigger difference in
  people's lives.

How to Apply

Write a brief cover letter outlining how you would make a
positive impact on our clients' lives and attach a detailed resume.

Please note, we may proceed to interview prior to applications closing.

Applications Close: 06/12/2025

Apply today and help empower people to live their best lives.

For more information or to apply, visit Outcare Careers.