Youth Worker

St John of God Health Care; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 86,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $80,263.11 - $86,073.43 perann

12% superannuation

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Professional development

Employee discounts

Job summary

St John of God Horizon House in Victoria invites applications for a Youth Worker to support young people aged 16 to 22 who are homeless or at risk. This permanent part-time role is offered on a 4-month fixed-term contract, working 27 hours per fortnight across Friday, Saturday and Sunday night sleepovers.

You will use strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches to help youth build life and parenting skills, pursue education, training and employment, and move toward independence in a safe,

Qualifications

• Compassionate and resilient professional with experience supporting young people or vulnerable communities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with an understanding of trauma-informed practice and a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people, prioritising their wellbeing.
• Provide safe, stable long-term accommodation to young people at risk of homelessness.
• Offer outreach, strengths-based and practical support to meet continuum of care for young people with complex needs.
• Assist young people in pursuing education, training and employment services.
• Assist in case management and planning for young people.
• Support young people in developing independent living skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Trauma-informed practice

Child safety & wellbeing

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Job description

St John of God Horizon House

St John of God Horizon House provides safe, stable accommodation and tailored support for young people aged 16 to 22 years who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Western Australia and Victoria.

At Horizon House, we provide strengths-based, trauma-informed care that recognises each young person’s unique experiences, abilities and goals. Our role is to support young people to develop the skills, confidence and connections they need to move forward independently.

Our dedicated caregivers work alongside young people to understand who they are, what matters to them and what they want to achieve, providing consistent support in a safe and respectful environment.

Horizon House Young Parents Program

We have three homes dedicated to supporting young and expecting parents. Beyond safe accommodation, they offer practical guidance and emotional support to help prepare for the baby’s arrival and build confidence in the parenting journey.

About the role

As a Youth Worker with the Horizon House Young Parents Program, you will support young and expecting parents aged 16 to 22 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

This is a permanent part-time opportunity offered on a 4-month fixed-term contract, working 27 hours per fortnight across three sleepover shifts. Shifts are typically rostered on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights each fortnight, providing flexibility during the week.

Using a strengths-based, trauma-informed and relationship-focused approach, you will help young people build confidence, develop life and parenting skills, and work towards independence and positive future outcomes. By providing a safe, supportive and stable environment, you will empower young people to achieve their goals and enhance their wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people, placing their interests and well-being at the forefront of all interactions.
• Provide safe and stable long-term accommodation to a young people who are at risk of being homelessness, creating an environment that promotes growth and development
• Offer outreach, strengths based and practical support to meet the continuum of care arrangements for young people with complex needs.
• Assist young people in realising their aspirations and potential, through participating in education, training, and employment services.
• Assist in case management and planning for young people
• Support young people in developing independent living skills

Your skills and experience

You are a compassionate and resilient professional with experience supporting young people or vulnerable communities. You bring strong communication and relationship-building skills, an understanding of trauma-informed practice, and a genuine commitment to child safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes for young people.

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate IV in Youth Work or similar and/or minimum 2 years of experience in an area related to youth work and/or case management.
• Current Drivers Licence
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• WA Working with Children Card
• National Police Clearance

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

• Salary: $80,263.11 - $86,073.43 per annum (pro rata for part-time) plus 12% superannuation.
• Permanent part-time opportunity on a 4-month fixed-term contract, working 27 hours per fortnight.
• Salary packaging of up to $18,550 on a range of everyday living expenses, including mortgage, rent, meal entertainment and holiday accommodation.
• Additional salary packaging options including:
• Novated leasing
• Work-related expenses
• Self-education
• Additional superannuation contributions
• Employee discounts on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career growth within a values-driven organisation.

At St John of God Social Outreach, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.