Therapeutic Youth Worker

Prosper Objective | Our team is committed to fostering a supportive environment that prioritises individual needs, promoting growth, stability, and a sense of belonging for each young person on their journey.

Why Prosper | Our unique approach in supporting young people is what allows us to deliver the highest level of care. Apply and find out! 

Prosper Mission | Our mission is to provide an optimal level of support to young people in the out-of-home care sector with a difference.

Prosper Values | Join a team that prides itself on having a cohesive team of high-quality Youth Workers, who share our core values of Responsive, Caring, Honest, and Creative.

What we offer:

·      Competitive salary and penalty rates based on the SHADS award, starting from $40.26 per hour.

·      Flexible morning, afternoon, and overnight working hours; we will work around your schedule.

·      Ongoing staff training, supervision, and development – propelling your professional development!

·      Employee mobile app – claim shifts, access key information, and complete timesheets with ease.

·      Recognition and incentives initiative

·      Fostering a bottom-up approach, as we believe our difference starts and ends with you.

Your responsibilities in supporting young people:

·      Promoting independence and assisting young people with their daily routines such as household chores, personal care, meal preparation, and educational support.

·      Implementing and following the young person’s individualised plans (e.g. behaviour support plans, cultural support plans) and employing a trauma-informed lens.

·      Supporting young people to community events, appointments and family visits

·      Administering medication (training provided)

·      Writing high quality and accurate shift notes (training provided)

·      Fulfilling our core values of caring, responsive, honest, and creative in your everyday support

Key Requirements:

·      Obtained or working towards Certificate III/IV/Diploma in Youth Work, or a Community Services related field.

·      Current First Aid/CPR Certificate

·      NSW Working with Children Check

·      NDIS Worker Check

·      NDIS Worker Orientation Module

·      National Police Check within the last 12 months.

·      A valid and current drivers’ licence, and your own vehicle with comprehensive car insurance.

·      Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

·      Experience in managing challenging behaviours.

·      Prior experience in supporting young people with various disabilities (highly desirable)

·       A current certificate in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (highly desirable)* Willingness to obtain the necessary requirements prior to commencement of employment is acceptable

• Flexible hours available
• No experience required for this role
• Work visa can be provided for this role
• Expected start date for role: 20 February 2024
• Expected salary: $40 - $48 per hour