Therapeutic Youth Workers.
Permanent Part Time & Casual – Sydney
At Life Without Barriers, we're all about creating protected, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive.
Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures.
From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge — we're here to break down barriers and build better lives.
Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around!
Role:
Therapeutic Youth Worker
Employment Type:
Casual and Permanent
Locations:
Bradbury, Bronte, Croydon, Glenwood, Homebush, Riverwood, Toongabbie, Prestons.
As a Therapeutic Youth Worker, you'll be a key support for young people aged 12 to 17 years who've experienced childhood trauma, abuse, or neglect.
Some of the children and young people we care for may also have a disability or complex medical needs requiring specialised support, including personal care.
You will be part of a dedicated to team working to ensuring a safe, homelike environment where these young people can thrive, supporting them to learn independent life skills, develop problem solving skills and to build appropriate and positive relationships with others.
Our residential homes operate 24/7, therefore it is
essential
that successful applicants are able and willing to work a roster which regularly includes afternoon, sleepover and weekend shifts.
We will not be able to consider applicants who cannot fulfil this requirement.




Hold or be actively completing a Diploma in Community Services or related field (or higher)
OR
hold relevant experience and complete Diploma qualification offered by LWB
and
willing to be employed on a permanent basis.
(Please note: a qualification is desirable but not essential for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants with relevant experience)
A current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) certificate
Experience supporting children and young people who have experienced childhood trauma, have a disability and/or exhibit pain-based behaviours of concern (ideally within a residential care setting)
An understanding of the importance of family/kinship connections to children and young people in placement
Willingness to assist with activities of daily living, including personal care (if required).
Able to work a roster pattern that includes shifts across afternoon, overnight (including sleepover) and weekends
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, NSW Working with Children Check and NSW Residential Care Workers Register check.
Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 4 November.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications are continuously reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.
Advertised:
19 Oct **** AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
04 Nov **** AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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