Youth Worker

FLEXI; Adelaide, Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrificing benefits

Edmund Rice charism

Job summary

Edmund Rice Flexible Schools Ltd. in Davoren Park seeks a Youth Worker to support learning and wellbeing, delivering in-class support and workshops that promote inclusion and social development.

You will collaborate with teachers, leaders and families to implement programs and coordinate referrals to external agencies. Essential WWCC, First Aid, and a valid driver’s license are required, along with experience with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Young People.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check (WWCC) required.
• First Aid certificate or ability to obtain.
• Driver’s license required.
• Experience in youth sector with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Knowledge of youth work, social work or wellbeing frameworks and ethics.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and teaching programs for Young People in middle and senior secondary phases.
• Assist in development and implementation of school objectives and planning.
• Build relationships with staff, Young People and families for planning and outcomes.
• Help Young People engage with external agencies through referrals and stakeholder meetings.
• Maintain a supportive and inclusive school environment.

Education

Social Work/Youth Work qualification

Job description

## Youth WorkerApply: Edmund Rice Flexible School, Davoren Park: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: November 24, 2026 (11 days left to apply): JR - R000302**Youth Worker: Edmund Rice Flexi School - Davoren Park** * TENURE: Fixed-term, Full-time* START DATE: 20 January 2027* END DATE: 10 December 2027* CLASSIFICATION: Education Support Officer Grade 4 **ABOUT THE ROLE**The key role of a Youth Worker is to support a Young Person’s engagement in learning through in-class support and the delivery of workshops and activities that promote inclusion and social development. The Youth Worker works collaboratively with teachers, other Youth Workers and school leadership to: * Support effective learning and teaching programs for Young People in both middle and senior phases of secondary education;* Contribute to the development and implementation of the Flexible School’s objectives and planning;* Build relationships and collaborate with the Flexible School, staff, Young People and their families in relation to planning, actions and achieving outcomes;* Support Young People to engage with relevant external agencies through appropriate referral pathways and stakeholder meetings; and* Contribute to maintaining a supportive and inclusive school environment. These expectations of the Youth Worker are shaped by the four touchstones of the EREA Charter, being: * Gospel Spirituality;* Inclusive Community;* Liberating Education; and* Justice and Solidarity. **ABOUT YOU:****Essential:** * A current Working with Children Check, i.e. a WWCC Card.* A current First Aid certificate or ability to obtain.* A current Driver’s License.* Previous experience in the youth sector or a similar role, including demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Young People, families and communities.* Demonstrated knowledge of youthwork, social work or wellbeing frameworks, practices and ethics.* Effective written and oral communication skills. **Highly Desirable:** * Relevant qualification(s) at Degree, Diploma or Certificate level with Social Work/Youth Work experience (or working towards a qualification) or equivalent lived experience.* A Light Rigid License.* An interest and experience in working with Young People with a range of learning needs.* Experience running activities with Young People.* Ability to analyse complex situations and respond with appropriate strategies.* Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a challenging and unpredictable environment.* Demonstrated capacity to work both autonomously and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.* Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed practice, culturally responsive approaches and the application of the EREAFSL Flexi Practice Framework.* Good time management and planning skills.* Be open and responsive to diverse cultures, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, values and beliefs.* Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition. **WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU*** Professional development opportunities* Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a* Edmund Rice charism **HOW TO APPLY** ***(Please upload documents in PDF format)***To apply, please click apply to access our external application portal. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Katie Dubrich, Head of Campus, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd., via email [e-mail] **Applications will be reviewed as they are received.** **ABOUT THE ORGANISATION**Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd currently educates over 2,700 young people in 22 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 10 other schools across Australia) and two Special Education Services Schools in NSW, with approximately 800 staff nationally. Flexi schools serve young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, to co-create a Common Ground using Operation by Principles, in which the principles of Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal are embedded. Our special schools serve young people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. *The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.* *All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures.* *Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.* *Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.**Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*