Youth Support Workers – Disability (Start Asap)

Connecting Families Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecting Families Group is hiring Male Youth Disability Support Workers in Enfield, SA to support a young male client with positive role models in daily life. You will build rapport, assist with routines and community participation, and promote wellbeing while managing safety and household tasks.

Requirements include a Certificate III or higher in Disability/Youth Work/Community Services, strong communication, a valid SA driver’s licence, and reliable vehicle access.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and youth-focused communication.
• Ability to remain calm, confident and solutions-focused.
• Reliability, integrity and professional boundaries.
• Physically capable of managing risk situations.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport and foster engagement through activities.
• Assist with routines, learning and community participation.
• Promote wellbeing, hygiene, nutrition and social skills.
• Provide safe responses to behavioural escalation.
• Maintain household organisation and safety standards.
• Administer medications and complete shift reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Youth-focused communication

Calm under pressure

Boundary management

Risk awareness

Education

Certificate III or higher in Disability/Youth Work/Community Services

Job description

Join a team that uplifts young people!

Are you energetic, caring, and ready to make a meaningful impact? We’re hiring Male Youth Disability Support Workers in Enfield, SA to support a young male client who need positive role models in his everyday life.

Responsibilities:

• Build rapport and foster engagement through shared activities
• Assist with routines, learning, and community participation
• Promote wellbeing, hygiene, nutrition, and social skills
• Provide therapeutic, safe responses to behavioural escalation
• Maintain household organisation and safety standards
• Administer medications and complete shift reporting

Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills and youth-focused communication
• Ability to remain calm, confident, and solutions-focused
• Reliability, integrity, and consistent professional boundaries
• Physically capable of managing risk situations

What we’re looking for:

• Certificate III or higher in Disability, Youth Work, or Community Services
• Experience supporting young people with behavioural or mental health challenges
• Great communication and problem-solving skills
• Valid South Australian Driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle

At Connecting Families, we’re more than just a support service, we’re a team of people who truly care. Whether it’s in the home, out in the community, or working towards personal goals, we walk alongside our clients every step of the way, with empathy, respect, and heart.

If you’re ready to be a positive force in someone’s life and grow in a rewarding career, we’d love to hear from you.