Youth Worker - Get Back in the Game - St Marys7d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job BoardMake a lasting impact in the lives of young people.
Support young people aged ***** to build confidence, overcome challenges and take positive steps towards employment, education and training.yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.yourtown helps children and young people realise they have the ability to tackle whatever life throws at them.
We help them to believe in their unique strengths, tenacity and self-determination.
We recognise the courage and determination of children and young people when they reach out to yourtown for support.Realise your potential at yourtownMake a lasting impact in the lives of young people.
Support young people aged ***** to build confidence, overcome challenges and take positive steps towards employment, education and training.yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.yourtown helps children and young people realise they have the ability to tackle whatever life throws at them.
We help them to believe in their unique strengths, tenacity and self-determination.
We recognise the courage and determination of children and young people when they reach out to yourtown for support.Realise your potential at yourtownyour opportunityWe have an exciting chance for a dynamic Youth Worker to join the Get Back in the Game program in St Mary's NSW.
You will work with young people (aged *****) using a client-centred,



strength-based approach in helping them work through their non-vocational challenges to employment and support them to overcome complex barriers.
As part of a support team, you will provide tailored, individualised support with the end goal of achieving sustainable employment, education and/or training outcomes.Your role will include:Undertaking individual assessments and providing referrals to specialist assistance services.Working in collaboration with the young person to set goals to address non-vocational barriers.Case conferencing with the Senior Pathways Coach and Employment Mentor to ensure a unified approach.Challenging the status quo and advocating for the young person.Developing and delivering group activities and workshops to help build vocational and non-vocational skills, life skills and work readiness for young people.Partnering and networking with community organisations, key labour hire, local employers, schools and training organisations including NSW Tafe to create and secure opportunities for employment, education or training.what we are looking forYou hold a Certificate IV qualification in Community Services (or equivalent) and bring at least two years' experience supporting young people through case management, social work, therapeutic youth work,



or similar community services roles.A solid understanding of the local labour market as well as the barriers faced by disadvantaged young people.Proven ability to deliver workshops and group facilitation processes.Strong communication and interpersonal skills and a flair for networking will see you build relationships across a variety of stakeholders, including client cohorts, government, community, and business groups.Proficient skills in using technology and systems; our compliance requirements are high, and your administration needs to be on par with this.You hold an unrestricted driver's license.your benefitsWhen you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation.
We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.Your employment experience will include:Salary sacrifice options to increase your take home payRegular line supervision and support plus internal practice supervisionMonthly RDO'sOpportunities for internal and external professional developmentFree access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modulesA genuine focus on employee health and wellbeingyourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr AppsAccess to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate familyAccess to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisationsAn environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employerContact: Lily Welch - Talent Acquisition Specialist - ****** using the subject line: Youth Worker - Get Back in the Game - St Marys enquiry via EthicalJobs.At yourtown, everybody belongs.
We welcome, celebrate, and support a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents the communities in which we work.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Youth Worker - Get Back In The Game - St Marys (New South Wales)
🏢 yourtown
📍 New South Wales