Youth Support Worker — 24/7 Trauma‑Informed Care

Youturn; Tewantin; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Youturn is seeking empathetic, reliable and values-aligned Support Workers to join our dedicated team. You’ll walk alongside young people who may have experienced homelessness, trauma, or disconnection, helping them build independent living skills and reclaim their futures.

As a Support Worker, you’ll provide a safe, home-like environment and work with colleagues and external supports to ensure every young person is heard, respected, and empowered.

Qualifications

• Cert IV or higher in Youth Work, Community Services, Social Work or related field (or working towards it).
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with respectful engagement.
• Ability to work with young people facing trauma, housing instability or mental health challenges.
• Demonstrated cultural competence with First Nations or CALD youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, home-like environment for residents.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external supports to ensure youths are heard and supported.
• Assist with daily routines and life skills development (cooking, budgeting, personal care).
• Support delivery of individual case plans under a client-centred framework.
• Respond to crises with professionalism and calm.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Cultural competence

Flexibility

Education

Cert IV or higher in Youth Work/Community Services

Tools

Blue Card

C Class driver licence

Job description

Youturn is seeking empathetic, reliable and values-aligned Support Workers to join our dedicated team. You’ll walk alongside young people who may have experienced homelessness, trauma, or disconnection, helping them build independent living skills and reclaim their futures.

As a Support Worker, you’ll provide a safe, home-like environment and work with colleagues and external supports to ensure every young person is heard, respected, and empowered.