Youth Worker (Residential Care) – Campbelltown

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Job Description

About Us

The Lumiere Foundation isaNotfor Profit (NFP)organisationsupporting peopleexperiencingdisadvantages,traumaand complex life challenges. We partner with community serviceorganisationsto provide skilled staff to disability and Out-of-Home Care services, helping young people stay safe,supportedand connected.

Every person in ourorganisationplays a role in delivering consistent, high-quality care, whether supporting young people directly or working behind the scenes. At Lumiere Foundation, your work creates real change, for a brighter tomorrow.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Youth Workers to support children and young people living in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) with our partnerorganisation, Interactive Community Care (ICCare). You will be employed by Lumiere Foundation and work onsite withICCare’sresidential care services.

In this role, you will help young people build life skills,confidence,and resilience whilemaintaininga safe,structured,and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide day-to-day care and supervision in a residential setting, ensuring young people are safe andsupported at all times.
- Support young people to build independent living skills, dailyroutines,and positive social communication.
- Implement individual care plans based on each young person’s needs,abilities,and goals.
- Maintainaccuratedocumentation, casenotes,and incident reports in line with policy and procedure.
- Encourage participation in recreational and community activities that build confidence and life skills.
- Provide emotional support and intervene appropriately duringbehaviouralor crisis situations.

What You’ll Bring

- Qualifications Diploma in Youth Work, Community Services, Child, Youth and Family Intervention,



or related field.
- Experience: Previousworkexperience(ideally 3 years plus) with young people in residential OOHC or a similar care setting isrequired.
- Practice knowledge: Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and the needs of young people in residential environments.
- Communication Requirements: Demonstratedwritten documentation skills and Englishproficiencyfor professional case notes, reports and verbal communication are essential.
- Interpersonal skills: Able to build rapport, communicate calmly, and model positivebehaviourthat promotes independence.
- Teamwork & resilience: Confident working independently and within a fast-paced, energetic team.
- Highly regarded: Training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention or equivalent.
- National Crime Check (or willingness to obtain)
- NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Current First Aid and CPR Certification(or willingness to obtain)
- Licensing & transport: Current Australian driver’slicenceand reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
- Availability for a variety of different shifts over a fortnightly roster (day/evening/sleepover/weekend).

What we Offer:

- Casual employment.
- Competitive hourly casual rate of $48.31 (inclusive of 25% loading)plus penaltyrates paidon shifts(as per the SCHADSaward)
- The opportunity to work with a supportive, trauma-informed team focused on safe, high-quality care for young people.
- Training and development opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.
- A workplace that values diversity,inclusion,and equal employmentopportunities.
- Dedicated on-call team for after-hourssupport.
- Access toour EmployeeAssistance Program.

Inclusive Hiring Statement

We’re looking for passionate, motivated, and inclusive individuals. All applicants, regardless of background, may apply.

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