Part-Time Youth Worker | Trauma-Informed Support & Programs

Mission Australia; Ulladulla; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

Superannuation Support

Counselling support

Job summary

Mission Australia in Ulladulla is seeking a Part-Time Youth Worker to provide case management and incidental support to young people and their families. You will assist with recreational activities during weekly drop sessions and school holiday programs, delivering trauma-informed wellbeing and education programs.

The role requires relevant qualifications/experience with youths, knowledge of mental health, strong communication, and a current NSW Driver Licence; First Aid is required or willing

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification and/or experience working with young people in the community.
• Knowledge of mental health and issues affecting young people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of adolescent mental health, duty of care and child and youth safe principles.
• First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current NSW Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and incidental support to young people and their families.
• Support recreational activities, at the weekly drop session and through school holiday programs.
• Provide trauma-informed support and referral to relevant services.
• Coordinate intake assessments and develop case plans.
• Build networks and partnerships with relevant services to support young people and their families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mental health knowledge

Duty of care understanding

Adolescent mental health awareness

Education

First Aid Certificate

Current NSW Driver Licence

Job description

Mission Australia in Ulladulla is seeking a Part-Time Youth Worker to provide case management and incidental support to young people and their families. You will assist with recreational activities during weekly drop sessions and school holiday programs, delivering trauma-informed wellbeing and education programs.

The role requires relevant qualifications/experience with youths, knowledge of mental health, strong communication, and a current NSW Driver Licence; First Aid is required or willing