Location:

Tamworth

Position Type:

Part Time

Service:

Out of Home Care

Pathfinders
Pathfinders’ Out of Home Care Program provides a safe and nurturing environment for young people who are in need of alternative accommodation due to being unable to live with their parents or foster carers. We are currently looking for a Part Time Therapeutic Youth Worker in Tamworth to assist in the Intensive Therapeutic care of these young people.

Role of the Therapeutic Youth Worker
The role of the Therapeutic Youth Worker will be to deliver high quality therapeutic supports that holistically address the needs of children and young people. The Therapeutic Youth Worker will work closely with the House Manager, Therapeutic Caseworker, Therapeutic Specialist and other therapeutic staff to provide therapeutic care in a home-like environment that supports young people to heal from trauma and live fulfilling lives.

This position is Level 4 and Pay Point 1 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Up-to-date Award (“the SCHADS Award”)

How to Apply:
When applying,



please ensure you include a Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the key selection criteria that is set out in the job package. Applications should be lodged by email to [email protected] and addressed to the Corporate Services Team with the Job Description and location in the Subject line. Applicants who do not provide all of the above will not be considered for an interview.

To view the job package please visit our website www.pathfinders.ngo

Applications close at 4pm Monday 9th November 2026

Why Join Pathfinders?

- Impactful work – You will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation in its mission to deliver support to families, individuals and children to overcome various social issues.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Salary Packaging – up to $15,900 for living expenses and an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free for permanent employees.
- Portable Long Service leave
- Fitness Passport – access to subsidised gym membership for you and your family through the fitness passport program

For further information, please contact The Corporate Services team via email at [email protected]

📌 Therapeutic Youth Worker (Tamworth)
🏢 Pathfinders
📍 Tamworth