Casual Trauma-Informed Youth Support Worker

Healthcare Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Gym and pool access

24/7 EAP support

Job summary

HCA Youth and Community Services is a leading Australian provider of care and support for children, youth and families. We’re looking for compassionate Residential Youth Workers to join our casual pool and support children in out-of-home care in trauma-informed ways.

You’ll enjoy flexible rostering, advancement opportunities, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Roles require availability across AM, PM and night shifts, with competitive hourly rates and penalty rates.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Youth Work, Community Services, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting complex/challenging behaviours.
• Valid Australian Driver’s Licence (SA), P2 or above.
• Working With Children Check.
• Relevant or willing-to-obtain certifications (First Aid, CPR, TCI, etc.).
• Understanding trauma-informed care.
• De-escalation and relational repair skills.
• Experience with trauma-informed care and behaviour as communication.

Responsibilities

• Build safe, trusting relationships with young people
• Support daily living (meals, hygiene, routines, independence)
• Transport to school, appointments, and activities
• Promote emotional regulation and positive social engagement
• Administer medication and complete accurate documentation
• Respond to behaviours using trauma-informed approaches
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain personal wellbeing and reflective practice

Skills

De-escalation

Trauma-informed care

Relational repair

Behaviour as communication

Complex youth behaviours

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work, Community Services, or equivalent

Job description

HCA Youth and Community Services is a leading Australian provider of care and support for children, youth and families. We’re looking for compassionate Residential Youth Workers to join our casual pool and support children in out-of-home care in trauma-informed ways.

You’ll enjoy flexible rostering, advancement opportunities, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Roles require availability across AM, PM and night shifts, with competitive hourly rates and penalty rates.