Experienced ITC Youth Worker
Core
Support children and young people in residential accommodation by developing their life skills, modeling positive behavior, and ensuring safety and stability.
Role type
Youth worker (residential care)
Builds
Residential care placements for children and young people
Domain
Social services / Child welfare
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Trauma-informed care, therapeutic engagement with youth, household management, safeguarding, team collaboration, cultural awareness (Aboriginal)
Preferred skills
Diploma in Youth Work or Community Services, experience in residential care or supported accommodation
Technologies
Sanctuary Model, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
Responsibilities
Assist young people to develop living and life skills; Provide support to children and young people living in the accommodation service including undertaking household duties; Safeguard the wellbeing of young people and report any concerns immediately; Participate in team environment, and house meetings to ensure that young people receive services that meet their needs.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC
