Youth Residential Worker
Experienced and passionate youth workers required to work an ongoing roster in residential units across Western Sydney. Apply now!
Summary about this job
Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services
Company: Sugarman Australia
Location: Sydney
Work type: Contract/Temp
Salary: $30 - $35 p.h. + Casual penalty rates
Phone: +61-7-7147-5252
Fax: +61-2-3559-7785
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Detail information about job Youth Residential Worker. Terms and conditions vacancy
We are currently recruiting for youth workers to work with survivors of complex childhood trauma. Working as part of a supportive team you will be providing support to clients within the area of residential care. These roles involve working with clients from a strength-based perspective and providing therapeutic practices to assist children/adolescents to achieve positive outcomes.
Shift work includes morning, afternoon, evening, weekend and sleepover/awake shifts.
On offer
Flexible working hours
Casual work with multiple shifts available
- Casual penalty rates
You will be:
Assisting clients with daily living skills
Carrying out behavioural intervention support plans and maintaining consistency with client schedules.
Preparing meals and carrying out client care plans
Coping empathically with challenging behaviours
Giving emotional support to clients / demonstrating positive role modelling for clients
Essential Criteria:
Demonstrated experience within the area of residential OOHC
Prior experience working with survivors of complex childhood trauma
Valid WWCC
Valid Police Check (Within the past 12 months)
Ability to work therapeutically with complex clients
Passion for working with children
Valid Drivers Licence
Desirable Criteria
- Access to a motor vehicle
- Fully comprehensive motor vehicle insurance
- Completed Bachelors Degree/ being in the process of completing a bachelors degree
Please send your resume as an expression of interest to :
Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.
For a confidential discussion about these roles please contact:
Leo Williams
Recruitment Consultant | Social Care Specialist
Sugarman Australia
02 9549 5700