Youth & Family Support Worker - On-Call, Flexible Hours

Community Staffing Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff development opportunities

Great company culture

Growing company

Job summary

Community Staffing Australia in Belgrave is seeking a casual Child, Youth and Family Support Worker to assist across multiple out-of-home care settings. The role requires on-call availability 6 am–8 pm on weekdays and capacity to work mornings, afternoons, weekends and holidays.

Applicants should hold a Cert 3 or Cert IV in Community Services (or be currently studying) and have a valid driver licence, Working With Children Check and NDIS/Police clearances. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Key Selection Criteria include empathy, compassion and a positive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Availability on an on-call basis between 6 am and 8 pm on weekdays.
• Ability to provide support from residence within 1 hour drive.
• Reliability, trustworthiness and initiative are important.

Responsibilities

• Engaged across multiple OoHC settings including Therapeutic Residential Care, Home-Based Care and Integrated Family Services.
• Provide on-call support during specified hours and days, including weekends and public holidays.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality and a professional approach in all interactions.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Availability on-call

Reliability

Initiative

De-escalation

Trauma-informed approach

Respect for privacy

Education

Cert 3 or Cert IV in Community Services

Job description

Community Staffing Australia in Belgrave is seeking a casual Child, Youth and Family Support Worker to assist across multiple out-of-home care settings. The role requires on-call availability 6 am–8 pm on weekdays and capacity to work mornings, afternoons, weekends and holidays.

Applicants should hold a Cert 3 or Cert IV in Community Services (or be currently studying) and have a valid driver licence, Working With Children Check and NDIS/Police clearances. Immediate start available.