Burdekin is an independent not-for-profit organisation working with young people and their families to prevent homelessness, provide safe housing, and support wellbeing. We believe every young person deserves to feel safe and have a home, so they can be empowered to fulfil their potential. Our vision is transparent: young lives, lived to their full potential.
The Role
We are currently seeking Permanent Part-Time and Casual Youth Workers with a therapeutic, person-centred approach who are:
- Available to work a minimum of 3 sleepover shifts per fortnight
- Available to work weekends and in the week
- Available to work in Manly
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with young people to build life and independent living skills
- Support young people with daily routines such as cooking and cleaning
- Organise and participate in activities that promote growth and wellbeing
- Provide consistent, trauma-informed, person-centred care
- Collaborate with Case Managers & other professionals to support the young person's care plan
- Support family contact activities where appropriate
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
- Must be available to work weekend sleepover shifts
- Minimum Certificate 3 in Youth Work, Community Services or related field
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in Out of Home Care or Foster Care settings
- Experience working with young people impacted by trauma
- Strong de-escalation skills and understanding of therapeutic care approaches - TCI training an advantage
- Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Current Driver’s Licence
Why Join Us?
- Generous salary packaging benefits - up to $15,900 tax free
- Staff discounts on a wide range of products and services
- A collaborative, passionate and supportive team
- A role where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people
- Career progression opportunities
*Burdekin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications are encouraged from people with culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander indigenous candidates.