PPT and Casual Youth Worker Job Opportunities - Southwest Sydney
Marist180 is a not-for-profit organisation committed to creating positive change for vulnerable young people and their families. We believe that when individuals feel connected to a supportive community and have access to education, accommodation, and employment they can achieve their goals.
21/07/2026
21/08/2026
Permanent - Part Time
South West & M5 Corridor, NSW
Community Services and Development
About Marist180
Marist180 is a not-for-profit organisation committed to creating positive change for vulnerable young people and their families. We believe that when individuals feel connected to a supportive community and have access to education, accommodation, and employment they can achieve their goals.
Job Description
About the Role
The Youth Worker is a member of a broader therapeutic team that work together to support each young person living in accommodation with their day to day activities, and achieve their individual personal, living and social skills, while acting as a mentor who engages positive change.
This role operates on a rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays, sleepovers, and active overnight shifts.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Implement and monitor individual plans in collaboration with the House Manager
Engage with, develop and maintain effective communication and positive relationship with the young people in care to develop a positive mentoring relationship.
Assist with the development of personal and living skills through encouragement and promotion of positive self-care, food, hygiene, and financial practices.
Assist with the development of educational, vocational and social skills through encouraging participation in leisure, recreational, sporting and community activities. Provide assistance and encourage the young person in care with their day to day activities.




Establish an appropriate balance between the needs of a young person and the needs of the group. Assist each young person to effectively manage their own behaviour through self-awareness and strength based approach in line with Marist180 guidelines.
Respond appropriately to challenging behaviours or incidents and ensuring the safety of young people at risk of harm.
Complete set house tasks for effective house management including reporting of safety concerns.
Maintain documentation and records as per Marist180 procedures, including completing accurate and progress reports, communications, timesheets, and financial records.
Contribute to a positive, safe and productive workplace, Engage in reflective supervision with house manager and participate in learning/ development opportunities.
Respond to reasonable directions from house manager and care team.
Desired Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you are required to have:
Diploma in Youth Work, Community Services, or a related field.
Minimum of 1 year experience working with young people in a residential setting
Demonstrated ability to engage clients positively while maintaining own boundaries
National Police Check and a Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
Current First Aid and CPR Certification
Unrestricted NSW Driver's Licence.
Why Join Marist180?
At Marist180, our people are at the centre of the work we do. We provide a supportive environment where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.
Benefits include:
Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per year.
Ongoing career development and training opportunities.
A supportive and collaborative leadership environment.
The opportunity to influence practice and improve outcomes for children and young people.
A values-driven workplace committed to therapeutic care and positive change.
Diversity & Inclusion
Marist180 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the agency. We welcome and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait
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📌 Ppt And Casual Youth Worker Job Opportunities - Southwest Sydney
🏢 Marist180
📍 Sydney