ITC Youth Worker

We’re on the hunt for experienced and dedicated Youth Workers to join our team in the Hunter region. Become a key part of our Intensive Therapeutic Care program, supporting young people in our brand-new residential homes. This is your chance to make a real difference, every day.

Why join us?

• Be a changemaker: Impact the lives of young people and help them achieve their potential.
• Supportive environment: Work within a dynamic team that values your growth and well-being.
• Career development: Opportunities for training and professional development.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role where your dedication and passion can shine, apply today!

Why Work With Us?

• Impactful Work: Support vulnerable young people in a therapeutic environment, helping them heal and thrive.
• Innovative Approach: Be part of a forward-thinking program that prioritizes trauma-informed care and positive outcomes.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside a collaborative and experienced team committed to making a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support and guidance to young people in our care, promoting their well-being and development.
• Implement individualised care plans and therapeutic interventions.
• Foster a safe and nurturing environment that encourages growth and resilience.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for each young person.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification and or proven experience as a Youth Worker or in a similar role within a residential or therapeutic setting.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and the challenges faced by young people in care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Join Us! If you are ready to take on a rewarding role that makes a lasting impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become part of our dedicated team in the Hunter region. Together, we can empower young lives and create brighter futures.

For more information, please contact:

Tahkiesha King at tahkiesha.king@mackillop.org.au or on 0467 717 441 OR

Tanya Batman- Gardner tanya.batman@mackillop.org.au or on 0467 717 441

Key selection criteria:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum qualification requirements for this position is a Diploma of Youth Work, Community Services or equivalent.
• Aboriginal staff - a qualification is desirable but experience and willingness; to participate in training is essential.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in youth services, residential care or supported accommodation.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families.
• Demonstrated experience working therapeutically with children and young people who have experience significant challenges and trauma.

You must have or willing to obtain:

• Valid and current Driver’s License;
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check.
• Valid Working with Children Check.
• Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check

Our offer:

• A great opportunity to join a leading provider of community and family services. Succession Plan for career growth. 
• Hourly Rate based on SCHADS Award 3.1-3.4 dependent on qualification and experience. 
• Salary packaging – we can help you to maximize your salary packaging up to $18,550 per year, which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
• Professional Development- we promote ongoing learning and development and provide study leave, and an enormous amount of training and development within our inhouse learning team.  
• Training- Industry-specific training paid by MacKillop including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Sanctuary and Cultural Awareness training.
• Employee Assistance Program- Free access to a wide range of options with all aspects of life such as social, financial, physical, mental health by providing counselling and coaching supporting relating both to your circumstance, even including health advise from qualified nutritionists 
• Sanctuary- MacKillop’s work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, an evidence-supported, whole-of-organisation framework that brings our values to life. The model reinforces our ability to create a safe environment that teaches people to cope effectively with stress and trauma, and to heal.
• Click HERE to find out more about becoming a member of the MacKillop Family Services team and what further support we have to offer our employees.

Our Commitment:

MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every person’s ability, cultural or linguistic backgrounds, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious or spiritual beliefs, socio-economic status, and age.

It is our goal that MacKillop Family Services continues to evolve as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible.