Residential Youth Support Specialist

BaptistCare; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SCHADS Award compensation + super

Salary Packaging: up to $15,900 tax‑aff

Meal/Entertainment Card: $2,650

Corporate health plan (BUPA)

Paid Cultural Leave

Job summary

BaptistCare SA is seeking a Casual Residential Youth Support Worker to support vulnerable young people in a residential setting. You will provide practical help, promote independence, and assist with developing essential living skills within a trauma-informed framework.

You will work as part of a team, building safe, respectful relationships and supporting youths to meet their Care Plans and Program objectives.

Qualifications

• Certificate 4 in Child, Youth and Family Interventions, Youth Work, Community Services, or related field.
• Experience working with vulnerable and at-risk young people.
• Experience with Aboriginal communities in the provision of support services.
• Experience with culturally and linguistically diverse, LGBTQIA+ and marginalised groups.
• Ability to practice appropriate level therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and personal support to residents.
• Promote independence and living skills development.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment in a trauma‑informed framework.
• Build positive, professional relationships with young people.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Team player

Reliable

Clear communicator

Education

Certificate 4 in Child, Youth and Family Interventions, Youth Work, Community Services, or related field

Job description

BaptistCare SA is seeking a Casual Residential Youth Support Worker to support vulnerable young people in a residential setting. You will provide practical help, promote independence, and assist with developing essential living skills within a trauma-informed framework.

You will work as part of a team, building safe, respectful relationships and supporting youths to meet their Care Plans and Program objectives.