Caretakers Cottage is seeking an experiencedResidential Youth Workerto join our Specialist Homelessness Services (SHS) team at our Youth Crisis Refuge on apermanent full-time basis.
The successful candidate will be working within a small skilled team of Youth Workers and Caseworkers who collectively provide support, mentoring, casework support and supervision to young people aged between 13 and 17 years of age.
The refuge is staffed 24 hours/day.
This permanent full-time role is based off afortnightly set rosterwith a mixture of afternoon, sleepover (non-active) and weekend shifts.
Candidates with full availability will be highly regarded as shift work is an essential component of this role.
What you will do:
Supervision and support of young people who are residents of the crisis refuge
Build a positive, safe and supportive home environment for our young people
Implementation of case plans and/or behaviour management plans
Respond to challenging situations calmly and safely
Maintain a structured and supportive environment
Assisting our young people to develop their independence and living skills
Complete case notes, working collaboratively with Caseworkers to implement case plans and assist with daily household duties
About you:
Minimum Certificate IV in Youth Work (or related field)
1+ years' experience in community services,



experience working in residential care is highly regarded
Experience supporting young people in times of crisis
Flexible to participate in a fortnightly roster, availability forevenings, weekends, and sleepover shifts is an essential component of this role
Confident, reliable, and approachable
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Current NSW Driver's Licence
First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)
Willing to complete Working With Children Check & National Police Checks
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
We are committed to maintaining a child‐safe environment.
This role is subject to employment screening and compliance requirements under Child Protection legislation.
*Please note: As we are a small organisation, sponsorship is not available for this role.
Candidates must hold a valid Australian Visa with full working rights.
Any queries regarding this role may be directed to Lauren Mc Inerney ****** the subject line:Adolescent Youth Worker enquiry
Caretaker Cottage is an Equal Opportunity Employer who are committed to social justice.
Aboriginal and Torres Stratis Islander people, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply
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📌 Residential Youth Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Caretakers Cottage Crisis Refuge
📍 New South Wales