Youth Worker

MA MISSION AUSTRALIA; Ulladulla; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

Superannuation

Job summary

Mission Australia is seeking a Part-Time Youth Worker in Ulladulla to provide trauma-informed case management and supportive services to young people and their families. You’ll assist with recreational activities, weekly drop sessions, and school holiday programs, helping youth thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities include delivering wellbeing and education programs, coordinating intake assessments, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification and/or experience working with young people in the community.
• Knowledge of mental health and issues affecting young people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of adolescent mental health, duty of care and child and youth safe principles.
• First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current NSW Driver Licence.
• National police history check and working with children clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed support to young people and their families through case management, incidental support and referral to relevant services.
• Support and deliver wellbeing and education programs to support young people’s personal growth and development.
• Provide case management and incidental support to young people and their families; coordinate intake assessments and develop case plans.
• Respond to incidents and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Coordinate intake assessments and develop case plans.
• Build networks and partnerships with relevant services to support young people and families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

First Aid

Driver Licence

Education

Relevant qualification in youth work / community services

Job description

Youth Worker | Part-Time | Ulladulla Part-time | 30.4 hours per week Monday to Thursday | Shifts available between 8:30am and 5:00pm $41.44 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging Location: Ulladulla, Shoalhaven

Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community determined to end homelessness and ensure young people and their families in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us.

Your Opportunity

As a Part-Time Youth Worker, you’ll provide case management and incidental support to young people and their families, you’ll also support recreational activities, at the weekly drop session and through school holiday programs. This is a rewarding opportunity to join dedicated team striving to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people and their families.

Provide trauma informed support to young people and their families through case management, incidental support and referral to relevant services.

Support and deliver wellbeing and education programs to support young people’s personal growth and development.

Respond appropriately to incidents and maintain accurate records and reports.

Coordinate intake assessments and develop case plans.

Build networks and partnerships with relevant services to support young and people and their families.

Requirements for Success

• Relevant qualification and/or experience working with young people in the community.
• Knowledge of mental health and issues affecting young people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of adolescent mental health, duty of care and child and youth safe principles.
• First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current NSW Driver Licence.
• Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualification and referee checks, and hold the required clearance to work with children and/or vulnerable people.

Our Culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and continue to develop your career.

We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and actively encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Your Benefits

• NFP Salary Packaging to help you make the most of your income.
• Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Join a supportive team committed to helping young people thrive.

Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we’ve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact.

Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration.

We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more.

Mission Australia believes a person’s circumstances shouldn't define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That’s why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves.

Learn more about Mission Australia and our purpose.