Job Description

Closing Date: 25/09/2026

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Salary: $45.28 - $45.28

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Job Type: Casual

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Location: Darwin

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Job Category: Out of Home Care

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Job Description

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About Carpentaria

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Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

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- Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
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- Independent Living programs
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- Pathways Program
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- Employment and Training
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- Specialist Disability Accommodation
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We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a excellent life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

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Purpose

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You will provide safe, therapeutic and trauma-informed support to young people aged 12-18 years, promoting their emotional wellbeing, stability and development. It focuses on building trusting relationships, supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviors, and responding effectively to crises and identified risks.

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Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team, the role supports young people to develop resilience, independence, life skills and meaningful connections with their families, peers and community. It also contributes to maintaining a safe, structured and nurturing home environment where young people feel respected, supported and empowered to achieve positive outcomes.

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The ideal candidate

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- Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or the ability to obtain
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- Demonstrated experience working in residential care, youth services, or Out of Home Care programs
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- Genuine passion for supporting children and young people to live their best life using a person-centred approach
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- Knowledge of child protection legislation, care standards, and trauma-informed care.
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- Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with experience working in cross cultural contexts
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- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write clear and accurate reports and sound computer skills
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- Flexibility to work various shifts including both short and long shifts on weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights, sleepovers and public holidays
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Remuneration and benefits

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A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:

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- Casual and Part-Time Opportunities
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- Competitive hourly rates + 12% super
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- Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) for part-time employees
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- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
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- Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
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- Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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- Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!
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Recruitment process

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Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications.

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For more information on this exciting prospect please review the position description here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Therapeutic-Youth-Worker-AUG-2026.pdf

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Contacts and further information

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For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Operations Workforce Coordinator on 0439 230 870 or [email protected].

📌 Therapeutic Youth Worker Carpentaria (Darwin City)
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📍 Darwin City