Therapeutic Youth Support Specialist

Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑ex

Entertainment card up to $2,650

Dining discounts

Paid face to face and online training

Supportive and passionate team

Job summary

Lifestyle Solutions is seeking a Youth Support Worker in Sydney to support young people in care to feel safe, build trust, and believe in their futures.

You’ll assist with daily routines, care plans, therapy-informed activities, and mentoring, with medication administration and clear handover notes. Induction for the new intake will take place in Sydney 31st August – 4th September, 9am–5pm.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Youth Work, Child & Family, or Community Services.
• Current unrestricted Australian driver’s license and probity clearances.
• Empathy, resilience, and a solutions-focused mindset.
• Full availability across a range of shifts, including weekends and overnights.

Responsibilities

• Supporting young people with daily routines, care, and activities.
• Building positive relationships based on trust and respect.
• Creating safe, structured therapeutic environments.
• Responding calmly to challenges and behavioural needs.
• Working collaboratively on individualised care plans.
• Mentoring young people to explore interests, hobbies and cultural activities.
• Administering medication safely and following individual support plans.
• Completing clear and factual handover notes and incident reports.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Solutions-focused mindset

Full availability across shifts

Flexibility

Education

Diploma in Youth Work/Child & Family/Community Services

Job description

Lifestyle Solutions is seeking a Youth Support Worker in Sydney to support young people in care to feel safe, build trust, and believe in their futures.

You’ll assist with daily routines, care plans, therapy-informed activities, and mentoring, with medication administration and clear handover notes. Induction for the new intake will take place in Sydney 31st August – 4th September, 9am–5pm.