About Us
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 clear: young lives, lived to their full potential.
The Role
We are currently seeking permanent part time Youth Workers with a therapeutic, person-centred approach who are:
Available to work a minimum of 3-4 sleepover shifts per fortnight
Available to work weekdays and weekends
Available to work in Manly and Belrose
This is an onsite position.
As a Youth Worker in our Out of Home Care (OOHC) team, you will support young people by engaging in daily living activities and developing essential life skills all while working as part of a supportive, values-driven team.
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
Essential Requirements
Must be available to work weekend sleepover shifts
Must be available to travel to Manly and Belrose for 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
Free counselling through EAP and access to an extra day of wellbeing leave
A collaborative, passionate and supportive team
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📌 Youth Worker (Sydney)
🏢 Burdekin
📍 Sydney