Trauma-Informed Youth Worker — Residential Care

Decjuba; Canberra; Sur place; AUD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary sacrifice up to 18,550 AUD

Wellbeing support

sanctuary Model implementation

First Nations career pathways

Community & connection

Résumé du poste

MacKillop is seeking a Youth Worker for its Therapeutic Residential Care program in Canberra. You will provide intensive, trauma-informed support to children and young people with complex needs in a highly structured environment.

Join a multidisciplinary team to implement individualised plans, build emotional resilience, and support long-term recovery and development across residential and community settings.

Qualifications

• Experience with therapeutic work for young people with complex trauma.
• Ability to implement individualised case plans and safety plans.
• Experience with social learning, emotional coaching, and positive behavioural support.
• Commitment to reflective practice and ongoing training.
• Willingness to obtain required clearances (Working with Vulnerable People, NDIS Worker Screening).

Responsabilités

• Provide intensive, trauma-informed support to children and young people in care.
• Collaborate with clinicians and allied health to implement therapeutic plans.
• Help youth develop trust, safety, and positive relationships in residential and community settings.
• Support long-term recovery and development through consistent care and supervision.

Connaissances

Trauma-informed care

Youth work

Interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence

Team collaboration

Formation

Cert IV in Community Services or Youth Work

Description du poste

MacKillop is seeking a Youth Worker for its Therapeutic Residential Care program in Canberra. You will provide intensive, trauma-informed support to children and young people with complex needs in a highly structured environment.

Join a multidisciplinary team to implement individualised plans, build emotional resilience, and support long-term recovery and development across residential and community settings.