Youth Worker – Illawarra District NSW

Aspire Homes Australia is currently recruiting for Therapeutic Youth Workers. This is an exciting opportunity to provide trauma-informed therapeutic care for children and young people who have experienced significant adversity. We aim to be the leading provider in the Illawarra district through our skilled and experienced staff, home-like environments and the development of a specific therapeutic framework.

Aspire Homes Australia is an Equal Employment Opportunity workplace and we welcome all applicants who meet the position requirements.

Essential criteria :

Current NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment

Current National Criminal History Check Certificate

First Aid Certificate, preferred but not essential

A valid driver’s licence

Roadworthy and comprehensively insured vehicle

A qualification in Social Work, Youth Work etc. or willing to obtain one, or considerable industry experience

You will :

Provide a safe and secure environment in which young people can thrive

Support young people as they transition into and out of our care

Support young people to achieve their living skills and Case Plan goals

Be an advocate for the young person

Have the necessary skills to manage complex behaviours and difficult situations according to the young person’s behaviour management plan

Be available for shift work

Have strong written and oral communication skills

Be an effective team-player, with the ability to work autonomously

Undertake ongoing training as identified

In return, you will :

Work in a therapeutic, supportive and committed team environment

Be remunerated according to the SCHADS award; superannuation, penalty rates for evenings and weekends, and reimbursement for work related approved travel

Be provided with on-going support and supervision, training and opportunities for professional development

Please apply through this site, responding to the essential criteria and attached CV.

Licence / Certification :

First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Working with Children Check (Required)

NDIS Worker Screening Check (Preferred)

National Police Certificate (Required)

Driver Licence (Required)

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