Residential Youth Worker – Recovery & Support, Part-time

Mission Australia; East Lynne; Vor Ort; AUD 42.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Counselling support (external)

Volunteering opportunities

Extra leave and well-being days

Career development and team culture

Zusammenfassung

Mission Australia is seeking a Residential Youth Worker in New South Wales, based at Walawaani Residential Rehabilitation Service in East Lynne (2536). You will support youths aged 16-24 on their recovery journey, providing supervision, life skills coaching and engaging activities.

The role operates on a rotating roster including days, nights and weekends. A First Aid certificate and NSW driving licence are required, with background checks and a strong duty of care mindset essential.

Qualifikationen

• Relevant qualification or experience in working with youth.
• Knowledge of mental health issues, substance use treatment and working with youth.
• Demonstrated sound interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of adolescent mental health issues and duty of care.
• First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.

Aufgaben

• Provide compassionate support and supervision to young people, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
• Run programs focused on interpersonal and living skills to empower youth.
• Respond quickly to incidents with detailed reports for transparency and accountability.
• Assist in facilities maintenance and meal preparation with residents.
• Collaborate with the Case Coordinator on planning and monitoring meetings.
• Maintain residential files with accurate behaviour records and progress notes.
• Address participant complaints or refer to a supervisor as needed.
• Supervise off-site activities to ensure safety and adherence to program guidelines.

Kenntnisse

Youth support

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Ausbildung

First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain)

Current NSW Driver's Licence

Jobbeschreibung

Mission Australia is seeking a Residential Youth Worker in New South Wales, based at Walawaani Residential Rehabilitation Service in East Lynne (2536). You will support youths aged 16-24 on their recovery journey, providing supervision, life skills coaching and engaging activities.

The role operates on a rotating roster including days, nights and weekends. A First Aid certificate and NSW driving licence are required, with background checks and a strong duty of care mindset essential.