Youth Assistant

Omnia Inclusive Employment Solutions; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Employee recognition

Professional development

Career progression

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Omnia Inclusive Employment offers a meaningful role as an NDIS Youth Assistant in Australia, focusing on building confidence, life and employment skills for young people. You will deliver group programs and personalised supports to help participants work toward independence and goals.

The role emphasizes workshops, collaboration with Youth and Workplace Consultants, and documentation of progress. A values-driven, flexible work environment with development opportunities is highlighted.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting people facing barriers to employment
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work towards participant outcomes, service targets and KPIs
• Current right to work in Australia

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging group programs and one-on-one supports
• Design and facilitate workshops tailored to diverse learning styles and support needs
• Support participants to achieve employment, social and independence goals
• Provide end-to-end support across training, workplace and community-based activities
• Build positive relationships with participants, families and stakeholders
• Collaborate with Youth Consultants and Workplace Consultants to support participant outcomes
• Monitor progress, maintain records and contribute to participant success stories

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Motivate diverse youth

Organisation

Tech literacy

Flexibility

Education

Youth Work

Tools

MS Office

Record keeping

Job description

NDIS Youth Assistant
Make a Difference. Empower Young People. Change Lives.

At Omnia Inclusive Employment, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to build confidence, independence, and meaningful employment pathways. We support young people to overcome barriers, develop skills, and achieve their goals through personalised, strengths-based support.

Why Join Us?

• Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative and values-driven team
• Salary packaging benefits to maximise your take-home pay
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Career progression pathways within a growing organisation
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally appropriate

About the Role

As an NDIS Youth Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting young people to build confidence, develop life and employment skills, and work towards greater independence.

You will:

• Deliver engaging group programs and one-on-one supports
• Design and facilitate workshops tailored to diverse learning styles and support needs
• Support participants to achieve employment, social and independence goals
• Provide end-to-end support across training, workplace and community-based activities
• Build positive relationships with participants, families and stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with Youth Consultants and Workplace Consultants to support participant outcomes
• Monitor progress, maintain records and contribute to participant success stories

About You

You are passionate about empowering young people and helping them reach their potential. You bring energy, creativity and a strengths-based approach to your work.

You will ideally have:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to engage and motivate young people from diverse backgrounds
• Confidence supporting people with a range of abilities and behaviours
• Resilience, initiative and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational and computer skills
• Flexibility to work across a varied roster, including weekends when required
• An understanding of the NDIS and person-centred practice (desirable)

Qualifications & Experience

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including:

• Youth Work
• Community Services
• Education and Training
• Disability Support
• Social Work
• Counselling

Highly desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Counselling or a related field
• Current professional registration or membership with:Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)Australian Counselling Association (ACA)Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)

Formal qualifications are valued; however, relevant experience, life experience and a genuine commitment to supporting young people are equally important.

What You'll Need

• A genuine passion for supporting people facing barriers to employment and community participation
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work towards participant outcomes, service targets and KPIs
• Sound judgement, initiative and professionalism
• Current right to work in Australia

Compliance Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• National Police Check
• Current Driver Licence and reliable vehicle (desirable)
• Right to work in Australia