Youth Worker
Core
Provide safe, respectful, and supportive care to children and young people in residential care, supported accommodation, and community-based placements.
Role type
Youth Worker (casual staffing pool)
Builds
Residential care placements and community support services
Domain
Child protection and youth services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
trauma-informed practice, child-safe principles, daily living assistance, behavior support strategies, case note documentation, transport logistics
Preferred skills
qualification in Community Services, Youth Work, Social Work, or Psychology
Responsibilities
Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meals, and routines; support engagement in education and community activities; respond to challenging behaviors using trauma-informed approaches; maintain accurate case notes and incident reports; collaborate with carers, families, and case managers
Seniority
Casual, hands-on support