Job Title: Youth Support Worker
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* Role Summary:
">This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young people. As a Residential Youth Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing emotional and practical support to vulnerable children and young people.">
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* Key Responsibilities:
">Supporting young people's emotional and practical needs – offering a listening ear and helping out when they need it most.">">Encouraging personal growth and well-being – helping them build skills, confidence, and a positive outlook on life.">">Managing the behind-the-scenes tasks – taking care of the day-to-day admin and helping the household run smoothly.">">Creating a positive environment – ensuring the space stays welcoming, stable, and supportive for everyone.">">Providing a nurturing home environment, including cooking nutritious meals and encouraging our young people to eat a healthy, balanced diet.">">
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* Requirements:
">A Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (or a similar, relevant qualification plus the completion of x4 'Residential Skill Set' units).">">A valid driver's license (you'll need it to get around).">">Working with Children Check, Criminal History Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check (we'll help with this if needed).">">A genuine passion for helping young people thrive and a caring heart.">">Empathy, with the ability to connect with young people in a non-judgmental way.">">Strong emotional self-regulation skills – you'll be the steady hand that provides safety, consistency, and stability to those in your care.">">
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* What We Offer:
">Competitive hourly rate.">
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* Salary packaging options to help you save on tax.
">5 weeks annual leave per year for part-time employees (pro-rata, and conditions apply).">Paid parental leave (after 12 months continuous service, conditions apply).">Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership for you and your family.">Paid training in areas like Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Sanctuary, and Cultural Awareness, to help you grow in your role.">Employee Assistance Program – access to free, confidential counselling and support for both your personal and professional life.">Sanctuary Model – be a part of an organisation that implements The Sanctuary Model, a program focused on helping individuals manage stress and adversity while preventing trauma symptoms, fostering positive workplace culture change.