Youth Worker (Residential Care). Casual & PPT - Darwin
Core
Support children and young people in 24/7 residential care settings, assisting with daily routines, recreational activities, and family connections to help them develop life skills and thrive in a safe environment.
Role type
Residential Youth Worker (Casual & Permanent Part-Time)
Builds
Safe, nurturing residential homes for children and young people at risk of child protection involvement
Domain
Child welfare / Residential care / Social services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Active engagement, role modeling, family relationship facilitation, decision-making support, routine management, crisis response
Preferred skills
Relevant Certificate IV or Diploma in Child/Youth/Family Intervention, Disability, Youth Work, Mental Health, or Community Services
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Form and maintain professional, nurturing relationships with children and young people; Act as an appropriate adult role model; Support family involvement and facilitate visits; Encourage positive peer relationships; Assist children in making decisions about activities; Work across day, night, weekend, and sleepover shifts.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC