Join to apply for the Youth Worker role at Indigo Junction2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Youth Worker role at Indigo JunctionMidland WA - Part time (0.6FTE) & Casual Positions availableHave a genuine impact supporting young people Indigo Junction’s Youth Service offers tailored support to young people between 15 and 25 years of age who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Our crisis centre provides 5 on‑site places for young people, and we are looking for qualified Youth Workers to join our team. You will work alongside young people accommodated in our Youth service in supporting them to build practical skills such as budgeting, cleaning and cooking as well as personal development and wellbeing skills.We are looking for suitably qualified Youth Workers to cover a variety of shifts:Weekday Day Shift:9am to 5pmSleepover Shifts:Monday to Thursday 5pm to 9amWeekend Day Shift:8.30am to 5.15pmAbout UsIndigo Junction provides a range of specialist support services for people experiencing homelessness, housing crisis or other hardship in Midland and the broader North East metropolitan. We support vulnerable community members by providing crisis and transitional housing, specialist support and outreach services – while building skills, capacity and independence. We also run a range of programs that focus on growing the strength and connection of our local community. We value collaboration, innovation, and compassion in everything we do. Our work directly impacts the lives of individuals and our community in a meaningful way.Key Responsibilities• Provide in-home support for young people to undertake supported and/ or independent responsibilities including tasks such as food shopping, cleaning, cooking, and bills/managing paperwork.• Provide outreach and support young people to connect to various activities or appointments that are important to their development.• Provide support to young people in attending to their hygiene, health and nutrition.• Work alongside Youth Case Managers in supporting young people achieve their goals and in facilitating case coordination with a range of stakeholders relevant to the needs of young people connected to the program.• Support young people to develop links to education, training, day programs or employment.• Ensure that the household is a safe, non-threatening environment.• Ensure day to day household operations procedures are followed.What We're Looking ForYou will have:• Minimum Certificate 4 or Diploma in Youth Work• Experience in working with young people in a similar youth work related role• Understanding of the cultural and social factors of homelessness and other crisis• Cultural competence and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds• Experience in responding to alcohol and drug issues• Strong understanding of the principles of Trauma Informed Care• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills• Passion for fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture.• Be part of a team that’s changing lives and contributing to a greater cause.• Salary Packaging (up to $15,899 per annum) and Leave Loading (17.5% payable on annual leave)• Have your Birthday off every year with birthday leave entitlements• Work for an organisation where you have a genuine impact on the team you work with and the community you work within.How to ApplyAll applications must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to get or already have:• Current Working With Children Clearance• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesNon-profit OrganizationsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Indigo Junction by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Youth Worker” roles.Support Worker - North of the River (AWA)Shenton Park, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoJoondalup, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoGosnells, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoNorthbridge, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoGosnells, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoNorthbridge, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoPaulls Valley, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoNorthbridge, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoSouth Perth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoMidland, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoEducators – Career Transition OpportunityPerth, Western Australia, Australia 10 hours agoJoondanna, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoHerdsman, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoMaida Vale, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoGosnells, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoHigh Wycombe, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$70,000.00-A$76,065.00 2 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoGwelup, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoBelmont, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoHammond Park, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoStratton, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoMaida Vale, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoKelmscott, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoByford, Western Australia, Australia 4 weeks agoOrelia, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoChurchlands, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoEast Cannington, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoHilton, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$82,500.00-A$84,000.00 2 hours agoSouth Perth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoEast Perth, Western Australia, Australia 10 hours agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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