Are you an experienced Youth Worker passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to achieve positive outcomes?

abrs is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Youth Workers in Sydne who are available for temporary opportunities supporting children and young people in residential out-of-home care, including Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC).

We're looking to speak with experienced practitioners looking for flexible work, short-term block assignments or additional shifts over the Christmas period and beyond.

As a youth worker, you'll support children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect and disrupted attachments and who may present with complex behaviours and emotional support needs.

Working within a therapeutic, trauma-informed framework, you'll help create safe, stable and supportive environments where young people can build trust, develop life skills and work towards their individual goals.

What we're looking for

- Minimum 12 months' experience working with young people in residential care or community-based settings.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Community Serrvices, Social Science or a related discipline.
- Experience supporting young people impacted by trauma and complex behaviours.
- Robust understanding of trauma-informed, strengths-based and therapeutic practice.
- A calm, resilient approach and the ability to respond effectively to challenging situations.
- Strong communication, documentation and teamwork skills.

Essential compliance and training
- Current paid NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Current full driver's licence.




- National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.

We're particularly interested in Youth Workers who are available for:

- Short-term block assignments, including week-long blocks.
- Casual and ad hoc shifts.
- Located in Sydney
- Additional shifts over the Christmas and New Year period.
- Flexible roster arrangements, including evenings, weekends and overnight shifts, depending on service requirements.

Interested? If you're an experienced Youth Worker looking for flexible opportunities where you can make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

abrs is Australia’s only charity-owned, not-for-profit recruitment agency, with 100% of our net revenue returned to fund programs that support children, youth, and families.
When you work with abrs, you’re engaging in an ethical recruitment process that directly funds vital programs in the community.

Our Commitment to Reconciliation abrs acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land. We are committed to working respectfully and in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, guided by the principles of self-determination. We support the rights of children to remain connected to family, culture, and Country.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Ally at ••••@abrs.net.au

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📌 Youth Worker - Expression of Interest (Sydney)
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📍 Sydney