Youth Support Worker

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SCHADS Award salary + super

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑aff

Corporate health plan with BUPA

Employee Assistance Program

Up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

Job summary

BaptistCare SA is seeking a Casual Residential Youth Support Worker to assist in day-to-day operation of a residential facility for vulnerable and at-risk young people in Adelaide. You will provide practical and personal support, promote independence and help develop essential living skills in a trauma-informed framework.

You will work with Aboriginal and culturally diverse communities, build respectful relationships, communicate clearly, and maintain professional boundaries within a supportive

Qualifications

• Certificate 4 in Child, Youth and Family Interventions, Youth Work, Community Services, or related field.
• Previous experience working with vulnerable and at-risk young people.
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities in providing support services.
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTQIA+ and other marginalised groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and personal support to residents.
• Promote independence and assist with developing essential living skills.
• Support young people to achieve Care Plans and Program objectives within a trauma-informed framework.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable youth

Cultural sensitivity

Trauma-informed approach

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate 4 in Child, Youth and Family Interventions, Youth Work, Community Services, or related field

Job description

About the role – Casual

The Residential Youth Support Worker plays a key role in the day-to-day operation of a residential facility supporting vulnerable and at-risk young people. You will provide practical and personal support, promote independence, and assist with developing essential living skills. The role focuses on building positive, professional relationships, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, and supporting young people to achieve the goals outlined in their Care Plans and Program objectives within a trauma-informed framework.

About you

You are compassionate, reliable and comfortable working with vulnerable young people. You build respectful relationships, communicate clearly and work well within a team. You are culturally aware, maintain professional boundaries, and are committed to supporting young people in a safe and inclusive environment.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Certificate 4 in Child, Youth and Family Interventions, Youth Work, Community Services, or related field.
• Previous experience in working with vulnerable and at-risk young people
• Experience working with Aboriginal people and communities in the provision of support services
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTQIA+ and communities and other marginalised groups in the provision of support services
• Ability to practice appropriate level therapeutic interventions

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Crises Accommodation Level 1.1) + super
• Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 annually via Meal and Entertainment Card, and novated vehicle leasing.
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
• Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

About us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.