Therapeutic Youth Worker

8 hours ago

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia PathFinders Full time $44,580 - $83,000 per year

Location:

Forster, Port Macquarie

Position Type:

Part Time

Service:

Out of Home Care

Pathfinders

Pathfinders' Out of Home Care Program provides a safe and nurturing environment for young people and who are in need of alternative accommodation due to being unable to live with their parents or foster carers. We are currently looking for part time Therapeutic Youth Workers to assist in the Intensive Therapeutic care of these young people.

We are currently looking for Part Time Therapeutic Youth Workers to assist in the residential care of these young people in Port Macquarie and Forster.

About the Role

The role of the Therapeutic Youth Worker will be to deliver high quality therapeutic supports that holistically address the needs of children and young people. The Therapeutic Youth Worker will work closely with the Team Leader, Caseworker, Therapeutic Specialist and other therapeutic staff to provide therapeutic care in a home-like environment that supports young people to heal from trauma and live fulfilling lives.

Therapeutic Youth Workers will consistently apply the ten essential elements to therapeutic care in all their daily tasks and interactions with children and young people in Pathfinders care.

This position is Level 4 and Pay Point 1 $44.58 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Modern Award ("the SCHDSI Award")

How to Apply:

When applying, please ensure you include a Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the key selection criteria that is set out in the job package. Applications should be lodged by email to and addressed to the Corporate Services Team.

To view the job package please visit our website

Applicants who do not provide all of the above will not be considered for an interview.

Applications close at 5pm Friday 17th October 2025

Why Join Pathfinders?

  • Impactful work –You will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation in its mission to deliver support to families, individuals and children to overcome various social issues.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Salary Packaging – up to $15,900 for living expenses and an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free for permanent employees.
  • Access to a Health Well being hub
  • Fitness Passport – access to subsidised gym membership for you and your family through the fitness passport program

For further information, please contact The Corporate Services team via email

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