Youth Support Worker – Trauma‑Informed Growth (Sydney)

Work Initiatives; Ryde; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Fitness Passport

PD & Training

EAP

Health insurance discount

Christmas Leave

Hope Awards

Baby Bonus

Job summary

CatholicCare NSW is seeking Youth Workers for Sydney Metro who will support vulnerable young people aged 12–17 in a part‑time and casual capacity. You will build relationships, help with life skills, and deliver engaging activities across a rotating roster including mornings, afternoons and sleepovers.

A diploma or certificate in community services/youth work is preferred, with a current WWCC and first aid.

Qualifications

• Certificate III, IV or Diploma in Community Services, Youth Work or willingness to obtain.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and behaviour support approaches.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and comprehensively insured vehicle.
• Current Working With Children Check.
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships and provide a safe, supportive environment.
• Support young people to achieve goals and develop life skills.
• Deliver engaging activities, mentoring opportunities and community experiences.
• Apply trauma-informed practices and positive behaviour support strategies.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external services.
• Celebrate progress, encourage success and help young people thrive.

Skills

Compassionate, resilient, emotionally

Flexible/adaptable

Calm under pressure

Confident with boundaries

Passionate about helping young people

Experience with vulnerable groups (y.

Education

Certificate III/IV or Diploma in Community Services

Job description

CatholicCare NSW is seeking Youth Workers for Sydney Metro who will support vulnerable young people aged 12–17 in a part‑time and casual capacity. You will build relationships, help with life skills, and deliver engaging activities across a rotating roster including mornings, afternoons and sleepovers.

A diploma or certificate in community services/youth work is preferred, with a current WWCC and first aid.