Senior Youth Worker – Youth Justice & Employment Pathways (SQW), Full-Time Max Term - Mackay
Core
Deliver employment-focused case management to young people involved with Youth Justice or at risk of offending to support their transition into employment, training, and independence.
Role type
Senior Youth Worker (Case Management & Employment Pathways)
Builds
Employment pathways, job readiness programs, and post-placement support for youth
Domain
Youth Justice, Employment Services, Social Work
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Trauma-informed case management, employment plan development, job readiness training coordination, mentoring, stakeholder relationship building, record keeping
Preferred skills
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention, experience with AOD or mental health settings, valid driver's licence, First Aid/CPR certification
Technologies
Case management systems, reporting tools
Responsibilities
Deliver strengths-based, trauma-informed case management; Develop and monitor individual participation and employment plans; Coordinate training, work experience and employment opportunities; Provide mentoring and post-placement support to improve retention; Support young people to overcome barriers to participation and work; Build strong relationships with employers, RTOs and community partners
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC