Therapeutic Youth Worker
Orchard Talent ·www.orchardtalent.com.au
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Create safe places for young people in out of home care as a therapeutic youth worker.
What’s on offer:
You’ll be supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or challenging life circumstances, creating safe, stable, and nurturing environments to help them develop emotional regulation, life skills, and positive relationships.
Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and we welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds and other diversity groups.
- Opportunities for Cert or Dip qualified youth workers with experience
- Up to $50.61 base rate and up to $15,900 tax free!
- Permanent part-time opportunities with guaranteed hours and regular rosters
What’s on offer:
- Regular rosters, guaranteed permanent hours.
- Up to $50.61 + Super + Penalties depending on qualification and experience.
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus $2,650 meals and entertainment card.
- Paid induction and training with career progression opportunities.
- 24/7 clinical and operational crisis and incident response support.
- Supportive, collaborative team culture.
- Relevant qualifications (Certificate or Diploma) in Youth Work, Community Services, Disability or Mental Health
- Experience supporting children and/or young people with complex needs.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Empathy, resilience, and a solutions-focused mindset
- Unrestricted driver’s license
- Regular availability across a range of shifts, including weekends and overnights
You’ll be supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or challenging life circumstances, creating safe, stable, and nurturing environments to help them develop emotional regulation, life skills, and positive relationships.
- Active support: meal prep, dressing, transportation, social outings, plan for and achieve daily goals
- Health support: administer and document medication and follow health support plans
- Positive behaviour support: manage behaviours, triggers and escalations
- Safeguarding: ensure safety of you and the young person, documentation and reports
Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and we welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds and other diversity groups.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Therapeutic Youth Worker role?
Orchard Talent is hiring for the Therapeutic Youth Worker position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Therapeutic Youth Worker job located?
The Therapeutic Youth Worker role with Orchard Talent is based in Maitland, NSW, AU.
Is the Therapeutic Youth Worker role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Orchard Talent.
What experience level is the Therapeutic Youth Worker role?
The Therapeutic Youth Worker position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Therapeutic Youth Worker role at Orchard Talent?
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