Trauma-Informed Youth Support Worker

MacKillop Family Services Pty; Cessnock; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Training paid by MacKillop

Employee Assistance Program

Sanctuary Model training

Career growth and succession plan

Job summary

MacKillop Family Services Pty in Cessnock, NSW, seeks dedicated individuals for permanent part-time and casual roles in youth support. You will assist young people to develop living skills, model positive behaviour and support safe participation in accommodation services.

You will work within a team, deliver trauma-informed care, and help young people access education, health and social supports while upholding rights and safety.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Youth Work or Community Services or equivalent.
• Current First Aid Certificate with at least 6 months validity.
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check.
• Current Driver’s Licence and NDIS Worker Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist young people to develop living and life skills.
• Model and reinforce positive behaviour through social learning and emotional intelligence.
• Promote democracy and support participation in decisions affecting their lives.
• Provide housing service support including household duties as needed.
• Attend team and house meetings to ensure services meet needs.
• Safeguard wellbeing and report concerns immediately.

Skills

Communication skills

Youth services

Residential care

Aboriginal cultural awareness

Education

Diploma of Youth Work or Community Services

Job description

MacKillop Family Services Pty in Cessnock, NSW, seeks dedicated individuals for permanent part-time and casual roles in youth support. You will assist young people to develop living skills, model positive behaviour and support safe participation in accommodation services.

You will work within a team, deliver trauma-informed care, and help young people access education, health and social supports while upholding rights and safety.