About Youth Off The Streets
Youth Off The Streets is a not-for-profit youth organisation that provides safety, support and opportunities for young people to build a positive future. We offer crisis accommodation and housing services, alternative high school education, alcohol and other drugs counselling, youth justice support, life skills and employment programs, cultural support and community engagement, among other services. We focus on early interventions that empower young people and strengthen communities.
Not all children and young people thrive in mainstream schools. Our registered and accredited independent high schools offer a flexible alternative for students in Years 9–12.
We operate six independent high schools that are registered and accredited with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). Youth Off The Streets is also a member of the Association of Independent Schools of NSW (AISNSW).
Established in 2017, The Lakes College in Blue Haven is a coeducational specialist school supporting students in Years 9–10.
The college provides a safe and inclusive learning environment for young people who are at risk of disengaging or have already disengaged from mainstream education.
The dedicated team of educators is committed to equipping students with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to pursue their Record of School Achievement (RoSA), Higher School Certificate (HSC) or transition into further education, training or employment.
As a highly respected organisation and recognised leader in the Special Assistance School sector, Youth Off The Streets is committed to empowering students through trauma informed education, wellbeing support, and a strengths-based approach. We invite passionate educators and support staff to join us in shaping a nurturing, innovative learning environment that truly makes a difference in the community.
About the role:
Youth Off The Streets is looking for a Student Support Youth Worker to join our school in Blue Haven NSW on a permanent fulltime basis.
Skills, Abilities & Experience:
* Advising students on matters relating to educational and individual needs.
* Encouraging the involvement of parents/carers in school programs and their participation in forums, school activities and decision-making.
* Actively engage in extra curricula activities including excursions, camps, Service Learning activities, sport and presentation night etc.
* Creating, advising and facilitating pathways through school to further training and employment
* Facilitating appropriate programs to develop cultural identity and confidence for all students within the school community
Requirements:
The person we seek will ideally have the following:
* Minimum Certificate IV qualification in Youth Work, Community Services or Certificate IV School-based Education Support
* Experience working in the youth sector and/or education setting
* Demonstrated networking ability with knowledge of community development issues
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating confidence in engaging young people
* Ability to build supportive relationships with students and families within the school
* Ability to provide individual guidance and assistance to student in the classroom setting
* Understanding of adolescent development, drug use and behaviour
* Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the principles that underpin a child safe organisation including mandatory child protection procedures
* Valid Working with Children Check.
* National Criminal History Check.
* Full Australian working rights.
* Current Australian driver's licence.
What we can offer you:
* The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
* An inclusive and collaborative culture that values diversity, respect, and integrity
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Hybrid work options and flexible working arrangements.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing initiatives.
* Additional leave benefits (e.g., purchased leave, gifted leave days, self-care leave).
* Regular supervision and support from experienced leaders.
* Salary packaging benefits to maximise your take home‑ pay (common in the NFP sector).
* Be part of a team continually innovating to improve outcomes for young people.
To Apply
Please ensure you enclose a copy of your resume with your contact details and cover letter addressing the essential criteria (2 pages maximum).
Youth Off The Streets embraces The Sanctuary Model as the foundation of our organisational culture. This trauma-informed approach guides how we support young people and staff, prioritising safety, emotional wellbeing, and resilience. It shapes our practices in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and healing from trauma—creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment for all.
At Youth Off The Streets, diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our DNA. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our people. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve.
Youth off The Streets is an EEO Employer and a child safe organisation
This is a rare opportunity to join a passionate and high profile not for profit organisation that values the current youth of today and the youth of tomorrow.
The successful candidate will be requested to submit applications for a NSW Working With Children Check and Police Check. You will also be required to have a valid Australian Drivers Licence and unrestricted Australian working rights.
We encourage people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply for this position.