Compassionate Residential Youth Worker – 24/7 Support

Iaawg; Robertson; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Penalty rates

Casual shifts

Job summary

Mission Australia’s Triple Care Farm Robertson is seeking compassionate Residential Youth Workers to support young people aged 16 to 24 in a 24/7 residential setting. This casual role covers afternoons, nights and weekends across a 24/7 roster, located at Robertson, NSW.

Workers will help with intake, activities and daily living tasks in a structured, trauma-informed environment. You will be part of a team delivering recovery-focused care in a residential AOD program, guided by values of respect

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or experience in working with youth in the community.
• Knowledge of mental health issues, substance use treatment and working with youth.
• Understanding of adolescent mental health issues and duty of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate support and supervision to young people always ensuring their safety and well-being
• Support the intake, admission and orientation process for new participants entering the program.
• Facilitate and support activities that build interpersonal, life and independent living skills.
• Assist with recreational, educational and therapeutic group activities.
• Work alongside participants to complete household tasks, maintain living environments and support meal preparation.
• Maintain accurate participant records, including progress notes, incident reports and behavioural documentation
• Collaborate with Case Managers and other team members to support case planning and participant goals.
• Respond effectively to incidents and challenging situations in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Support participants during appointments, outings and community-based activities.
• Manage participant concerns and complaints appropriately and professionally.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adolescent mental health

NSW Driver's Licence

Education

Youth work qualification

Job description

Mission Australia’s Triple Care Farm Robertson is seeking compassionate Residential Youth Workers to support young people aged 16 to 24 in a 24/7 residential setting. This casual role covers afternoons, nights and weekends across a 24/7 roster, located at Robertson, NSW.

Workers will help with intake, activities and daily living tasks in a structured, trauma-informed environment. You will be part of a team delivering recovery-focused care in a residential AOD program, guided by values of respect