Expressions of interest: Youth Development Worker
Core
Coach, mentor, and support young people living in a safe accommodation and education program to develop independence, life skills, and community connections.
Role type
Youth Development Worker (Casual)
Builds
Safe accommodation, education, and training environment for young people
Domain
Social services / Youth development / Housing support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mentoring, coaching, practical life skills instruction, crisis response, case note documentation, community engagement facilitation
Preferred skills
Experience with disadvantaged youth, trauma-informed practice, strengths-based approach, understanding of education pathways
Responsibilities
Support daily operations of the Youth Foyer, build positive relationships with residents, encourage participation in education and employment, maintain a safe living environment, respond to critical incidents, complete administrative reports
Seniority
Entry-level / Casual