Youth Worker

Rowes Bay, QLD, AustraliaFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-10-18

Core

Support young people experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges in a 24/7 residential program to achieve recovery, wellbeing, and independence.

Role type

Senior IC youth worker (residential care)

Builds

Residential support program for youth recovery

Domain

Social services / Youth welfare / Substance abuse recovery

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Case plan support, life skills coaching, crisis response, trauma-informed practice, multidisciplinary collaboration

Preferred skills

Knowledge of alcohol and other drug issues, mental health, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural support

Technologies

None

Responsibilities

Build trusting relationships with young people, coach life skills (budgeting, cooking, independent living), respond to crisis incidents, maintain case notes, encourage participation in education and community activities

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

About salvationarmy

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.