Group Worker – Youth First (Schools-Based)
Dubbo NSW 2830, Australia
Posted Tuesday 9 June 2026 at 2:00 pm | Expires Sunday 21 June 2026 at 1:59 pm
About the Role
This is a part-time permanent opportunity (17.5 hours per week) based at Uniting's Youth Services Hub on Alfred Street, Dubbo. The role will work across primary and secondary schools in Dubbo, delivering the Youth First early intervention group program.
* Flexibility is available to work across 3–5 days per week. Availability to work on Wednesdays is essential, as this is the program's team meeting, supervision, and collaboration day.
The Group Worker supports children and young people by facilitating small group programs within school settings that promote emotional regulation, healthy relationships, self-care, and positive behaviour change. Programs are delivered in safe, inclusive spaces that strengthen belonging, wellbeing, and protective factors, helping young people remain safe, connected, and engaged in school and community.
Youth First workers facilitate small groups per school term, focusing on building emotional awareness and supporting young people to navigate relationships with peers. This role will also provide brief one-on-one support to children within public school settings to build and practise emotional regulation and social skills.
About you in the role
* You will be trained in a range of evidence-based programs
* Travel directly to schools to facilitate groups (1–2 periods)
* Complete brief note taking and data entry related to group engagement and client management
* Work flexibly between school sites, home, and the office for planning and documentation
* Attend monthly team meetings, supervision, and team-building activities (Wednesdays)
* Participate in both group and individual supervision with the Program Coordinator
About You
* Experience working with children and young people
* Confidence facilitating small groups
* Strong organisation and preparation skills
* Comfort with data entry and case notes
* Positive energy and the ability to build trust and rapport with young people
* Strong teamwork skills and a collaborative approach
* NSW Working with Children Check and a Current Driver Licence
Even Better
* Experience facilitating group programs
* Certificate IV or working towards a qualification in a relevant sector
* Confidence using case management systems
Why Work at Uniting?
* A career with purpose in a values-led, inclusive organisation
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Supportive supervision and strong team culture
* Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
Should you have any questions, please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting's Talent Acquisition Team at asullivan@uniting.org / 0466801937
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.
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