Trauma-Informed Youth Worker (OOHC)

MacKillop Family Services Pty; Penrith; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice

Wellbeing support

Sanctuary Model

Job summary

MacKillop Family Services Pty is seeking Youth Workers to join the OOHC team across the Metro Sydney region. You will support young people in daily life, respond to trauma-related behaviours with care, and contribute to the smooth running of the home alongside a values-driven team.

The role may include casual and part-time opportunities, requiring a current First Aid certificate and a valid Working with Children Check.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Youth Work or allied field.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Experience in youth services, residential care or supported accommodation.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and current issues affecting Aboriginal children and families.
• Experience working therapeutically with children and young people facing trauma.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in daily life, helping them build practical and emotional skills.
• Respond to trauma-related behaviours with care and professionalism.
• Help run the home, including household tasks and admin duties.
• Work as part of a values‑driven team that supports each other and the young people daily.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Education

Diploma of Youth Work or equivalent

Job description

MacKillop Family Services Pty is seeking Youth Workers to join the OOHC team across the Metro Sydney region. You will support young people in daily life, respond to trauma-related behaviours with care, and contribute to the smooth running of the home alongside a values-driven team.

The role may include casual and part-time opportunities, requiring a current First Aid certificate and a valid Working with Children Check.