Therapeutic Youth Worker

at  MacKillop Family Services

ABOUT YOU:

We are looking for compassionate and skilled individuals who can establish safe, supportive relationships with adolescents. Our ideal candidates are those who make our clients feel secure and who stay calm and composed under stress, making thoughtful decisions without reacting impulsively.
Our clients respond best to individuals with a confident yet calm demeanor. Their interests include football, gaming, and cars.

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Experience: Proven track record working with vulnerable children and adolescents
• Expertise: Skilled in trauma-informed care
• Attributes: Motivated, passionate, resilient, and capable of inspiring and connecting with young people
• Skills: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, think on your feet, and make thoughtful decisions
• Flexibility: Willingness to work various shifts, including Morning, Afternoon, Evenings, Sleepovers and Active nights including Weekends
• Attitude: Positive, friendly, and capable of fostering trust and connection
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills

REQUIREMENTS:

To be eligible for this role, you must possess:

• Minimum qualification Cert IV in relevant industry
• Valid and current Driver’s License
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop)
• Valid Employee Working with Vulnerable People Check
• Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (MacKillop can assist successful candidates with their application)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Join MacKillop Family Services as a Therapeutic Youth Worker and make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adolescents. Your role will be pivotal in providing high-quality therapeutic support to young people with complex needs, both in their homes and within the community.
This position is focused on supporting young individuals who require specialised, intensive care beyond what foster care can provide. Your responsibilities will include addressing their emotional, social, and behavioral needs to help maintain stability in their care arrangements.

To be eligible for this role, you must possess:

• Minimum qualification Cert IV in relevant industry
• Valid and current Driver’s License
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop)
• Valid Employee Working with Vulnerable People Check
• Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (MacKillop can assist successful candidates with their application

To excel in this role, you should possess the following:

• Proven ability to work with young people facing social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties
• Ability to work with those who have experienced significant trauma and adversity.
• Track record of following case plans, behaviour support plans, and safety plans for young people with complex needs, including challenging behaviour