Therapeutic Youth Worker

Carpentaria; Darwin; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual and Part-Time Opportunities

Salary packaging up to $6,400

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave

Employee discounts & wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation delivering Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults. You will provide safe, therapeutic support to young people aged 12–18 years within a residential setting, focusing on emotional wellbeing, regulation and development.

The ideal candidate will have a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (or ability to obtain), experience in residential care or Out of Home Care, and a commitment to trauma-informed,

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or ability to obtain
• Experience in residential care, youth services, or Out of Home Care programs
• Passion for supporting children and young people using person-centred approach
• Knowledge of child protection legislation, care standards and trauma-informed care
• Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and cross-cultural experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and computer proficiency
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights, sleepovers and public holidays

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, therapeutic and trauma-informed support to young people aged 12–18 years
• Support emotional wellbeing, development and resilience within a multidisciplinary care team
• Help maintain a structured, nurturing home environment that empowers positive outcomes

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Person-centred approach

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Job description

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

• Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
• Independent Living programs
• Pathways Program
• Employment and Training
• Specialist Disability Accommodation
• Out of Home Care

We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

Purpose

You will provide safe, therapeutic and trauma-informed support to young people aged 12–18 years, promoting their emotional wellbeing, stability and development. It focuses on building trusting relationships, supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviors, and responding effectively to crises and identified risks.

Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team, the role supports young people to develop resilience, independence, life skills and meaningful connections with their families, peers and community. It also contributes to maintaining a safe, structured and nurturing home environment where young people feel respected, supported and empowered to achieve positive outcomes.

The ideal candidate

• Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or the ability to obtain
• Demonstrated experience working in residential care, youth services, or Out of Home Care programs
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people to live their best life using a person-centred approach
• Knowledge of child protection legislation, care standards, and trauma-informed care.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with experience working in cross cultural contexts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write clear and accurate reports and sound computer skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts including both short and long shifts on weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights, sleepovers and public holidays

Remuneration and benefits

A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:

• Casual and Part-Time Opportunities
• Competitive hourly rates + 12% super
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) for part-time employees
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications.