Residential Youth Worker – AOD Recovery & Wellbeing

MA MISSION AUSTRALIA; Perth; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding work

Free external confidential counselling

Chaplaincy support

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Mission Australia in East Perth is seeking staff for the DAYS program, a youth withdrawal and respite service for ages 12–21. The role involves 8-hour shifts across days, nights and weekends within a 24/7 rotating roster, on-site with a multidisciplinary team and access to clinical and case management support.

Experience with youth in AOD contexts is essential, along with relevant qualifications in youth work or related fields and a current First Aid & CPR certificate. Driver licence required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with young people experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges.
• Ability to engage effectively with young people with complex needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide day to day support to young people using trauma-informed approaches.
• Assist with withdrawal support, crisis de-escalation and behaviour management.
• Support daily living tasks and residence maintenance.
• Facilitate group programs and life skills activities.
• Support medication processes and ensure safe storage and documentation.
• Maintain case notes and contribute to planning and handovers.
• Build relationships with young people, families and external services.

Job description

Mission Australia in East Perth is seeking staff for the DAYS program, a youth withdrawal and respite service for ages 12–21. The role involves 8-hour shifts across days, nights and weekends within a 24/7 rotating roster, on-site with a multidisciplinary team and access to clinical and case management support.

Experience with youth in AOD contexts is essential, along with relevant qualifications in youth work or related fields and a current First Aid & CPR certificate. Driver licence required.