Youth Worker - Central Coast

Catholiccare-Diocese-of-Broken-Bay-2; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Bupa Health Discounts

Extra Leave

Hope Awards

Baby Bonus

Job summary

CatholicCare is seeking an experienced Youth Worker on a permanent part-time basis for the Central Coast region. You will provide 1:1 support to young people aged 12-17, assist with activity planning, and help them develop life skills while maintaining safety and routine.

You will work under supervision with a supportive team and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment through trauma-informed care and strong communication, adapting to a dynamic roster.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and youth.
• Empathetic, resilient, and a natural communicator.
• Understanding inclusion, empowerment, and trauma-informed care.
• Willing to learn and undertake training for PEG feeding is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in navigating life’s challenges and building confidence.
• Facilitate engaging activities, mentoring sessions, and community programs.
• Advocate for youth needs and collaborate with families, schools, and support services.
• Bring your disability support experience to create inclusive spaces for our young people.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Trauma-informed care

Inclusion

Job description

• Pay rate: $40.49 per hour + super + salary packaging options
• Central Coast based positions

Are you an experienced disability support worker looking to bring your compassion, advocacy, and interpersonal skills into the world of youth work? This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people!

We\'re seeking dedicated and capable professionals to join our team on a permanent part time basis on the Central Coast, working across a 24/7 rotating roster.

About the Role

A day in the role of a Youth Worker at CatholicCare may include supporting young people to manage challenging behaviours, planning or attending activities and following daily routines to promote life-skills development. As part of being the young person\'s role model, you will also complete case notes and admin tasks daily as well as helping to maintain a clean and safe environment.

You will provide 1:1 support to young people aged 12-17. This complex care requires strength, emotional maturity, and the ability to stay calm and consistent - no two days are the same, but every day matters! You\'ll have a supportive team around you and a Supervisor who is actively involved in your daily support and development.

About You

• You\'ve built strong foundations supporting individuals with disabilities, and now you\'re ready to channel that experience into helping young people thrive.
• You\'re empathetic, resilient, and a natural communicator.
• You understand the importance of inclusion, empowerment, and trauma-informed care.
• You\'re excited to work in dynamic environments where no two days are the same.
• Previous experience or training in personal care and PEG feeding is highly regarded; however, applicants who are willing to learn and undertake training are encouraged to apply.

What You\'ll Do

• Support young people in navigating life\'s challenges and building confidence.
• Facilitate engaging activities, mentoring sessions, and community programs.
• Advocate for youth needs and collaborate with families, schools, and support services.
• Bring your disability support experience to create inclusive spaces for our young people.

Why This Role is Perfect for You

• You\'ll be part of a passionate team that values your unique background.
• Training and mentoring provided to support your transition into youth work.
• Opportunities for growth, development, and making a lasting difference.

Why Join CatholicCare

• Salary packaging-Boost your take-home pay.
• Fitness Passport program -discounted gyms memberships across Australia.
• Training & Development-Ongoing learning opportunities and clinical supervision offered to grow your career.
• Employee Assistance Program-Free, confidential counselling and support.
• Bupa Health-Corporate health care discounts.
• Extra Leave-Additional paid leave day over Christmas.
• Hope Awards-Be recognised and celebrated for your impact.
• Baby Bonus-Paid bonus for eligible primary carer.

CatholicCare is a safe, inclusive, and respectful employer. We value the unique perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are committed to working alongside First Nations communities.

We strongly encourage First Nations people to apply. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, genders, faiths and diversity.