Youth Worker - Permanent Full-time and Part-time Opportunities - Newcastle Area

Marist180 ELMO; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Youth Worker to join their therapeutic team. This role involves mentoring vulnerable young individuals, helping them develop essential life skills while fostering positive relationships. You will implement personalized plans, encourage participation in community activities, and ensure a safe environment for the youth in your care. With a strong commitment to professional development and support, this organization values diversity and inclusivity, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. If you are dedicated to empowering youth and creating positive change, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive orientation and training program

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with young people in a residential setting.
• Demonstrated ability to engage clients positively while maintaining personal boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor individual plans in collaboration with the House Manager.
• Engage with young people to foster a mentoring relationship.
• Support development of personal and living skills.

Skills

Youth Work

Community Services

First Aid and CPR Certification

Client Engagement

Communication Skills

Education

Diploma in Youth Work

Diploma in Community Services

Job description

Marist180 is a not-for-profit organization committed to creating positive change for vulnerable young people and their families. We believe that when individuals feel connected to a supportive community and have access to education, accommodation, and employment, they can achieve their goals.

Description

The Position

The Youth Worker is a member of a broader therapeutic team that works together to support each young person living in accommodation with their day-to-day activities and to help them develop personal, living, and social skills. The role also involves acting as a mentor to engage positive change. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Implementing and monitoring individual plans in collaboration with the House Manager.
2. Engaging with, developing, and maintaining effective communication and positive relationships with the young people in care to foster a mentoring relationship.
3. Assisting with the development of personal and living skills through encouragement and promotion of positive self-care, food hygiene, and financial practices.
4. Supporting the development of educational, vocational, and social skills by encouraging participation in leisure, recreational, sporting, and community activities.
5. Providing assistance with and encouraging young people in their daily activities.
6. Establishing an appropriate balance between the needs of each young person and the group.
7. Helping each young person manage their behaviour effectively through self-awareness and a strengths-based approach, in line with Marist180 guidelines.
8. Responding appropriately to challenging behaviours or incidents to ensure the safety of young people at risk of harm.
9. Completing house tasks for effective management, including reporting safety concerns.
10. Maintaining documentation and records according to Marist180 procedures, including accurate progress reports, communications, timesheets, and financial records.
11. Contributing to a positive, safe, and productive workplace environment.
12. Engaging in reflective supervision with the house manager and participating in learning and development opportunities.
13. Responding to reasonable directions from the house manager and care team.

Skills and Experiences

To be considered for this position, you are required to have:

1. A Diploma in Youth Work, Community Services, or a related field.
2. A minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people in a residential setting.
3. Demonstrated ability to engage clients positively while maintaining personal boundaries.
4. National Police Check and a Working with Children's Check (or willingness to obtain).
5. Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
6. An Unrestricted Driver's Licence (or a commitment to obtain an NSW Driver's Licence if holding a foreign licence by 1 March 2025).
7. Consent to complete a verification of the Residential Care Workers Register managed by the Office of the Children's Guardian.

What We Offer at Marist180:

• A comprehensive orientation and training program.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring throughout your career.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 wellbeing and crisis support for you and your family.

Marist180 is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, mental health conditions, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and mature-aged applicants.

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.