Overnight Youth Outreach Worker – Northbridge

MA MISSION AUSTRALIA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Counselling services

Volunteering opportunities

Additional annual leave

Job summary

Mission Australia is seeking a dedicated outreach worker for on-site, part-time overnight shifts in Northbridge/Perth CBD. You will engage vulnerable young people, perform brief risk assessments, and implement trauma-informed interventions to reduce risk and improve outcomes.

Collaboration with WA Police, Crisis Care, and partner services is essential, with a focus on safety and systemic support. Ideal candidates hold a relevant Youth Work/Social Work/Psychology qualification or equivalent

Qualifications

• Demonstrated crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Experience engaging with at-risk or vulnerable youth.
• Ability to work both independently and in a small multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver street-based outreach to engage with young people in Northbridge and Perth CBD.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety planning for participants.
• Provide trauma-informed, person-centered interventions and support.
• Arrange and provide safe transport to approved locations; complete admin tasks.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Risk assessment

Communication

Trauma-informed

Teamwork

Cultural awareness

Education

Youth Work / Social Work / Psychology qualification

Job description

Mission Australia is seeking a dedicated outreach worker for on-site, part-time overnight shifts in Northbridge/Perth CBD. You will engage vulnerable young people, perform brief risk assessments, and implement trauma-informed interventions to reduce risk and improve outcomes.

Collaboration with WA Police, Crisis Care, and partner services is essential, with a focus on safety and systemic support. Ideal candidates hold a relevant Youth Work/Social Work/Psychology qualification or equivalent