Youth Worker - Multiple Sydney Locations

• From $36.00 per hour + super
• Work based in multiple sites across Sydney locations
• Career Progression/Pathways available

Are you looking for a rewarding career that gives back to the community and helps kids reach their potential? If you have a positive regard for kids – then this could be the most rewarding career for you!Our Permanency Support Program implements programs and services to support children and young people in our care who have experienced trauma and neglect. As part of your role, you will work in a Residential Care setting to assist in creating a safe and nurturing environment where the children can feel at home while learning important personal and life skills. No two days are the same!We are fortunate to be expanding our services and setting up brand-new Intensive Therapeutic Houses across Sydney.House locations available:

• Thornleigh
• Waitara
• Artarmon
• West Pymble
• Turramurra
• Ashbury

What’s in it for you:The successful incumbent will be working on a permanent part-time basis. This role would see you working in our homes for children living in out of home care, aged between 11 and 18. The Youth Worker role operates on a 24/7 roster which include morning, afternoon and night shifts, including sleepovers and awake shifts as needed.At CatholicCare, we aim to support our Youth Workers in enhancing the lives of young people in our care and always encourage growth opportunities to expand your own skills within our organisation, focusing on self-care and your wellbeing.Essential criteria:

• Candidates must have completed a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Community Services and be willing to enrol and complete a Diploma of Community Services or relevant qualifications of Diploma Level or above;
• Experience working in a Youth Worker position is desirable;
• Demonstrated ability to work therapeutically with young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties and young people who have experienced significant trauma and adversity.
• A valid NSW Driver’s licence;
• A Working With Children Check and Criminal History Check is required for this role
• A Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one before commencement.

For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified candidates, minimum qualification is desirable, but experience and willingness to participate in training is acceptable.Apply Now! Position available for immediate start.No recruitment agencies.