Youth Support Worker

About the role

We are seeking a Therapeutic Youth Support Worker to join our Targeted Care Packages (TCP) program in Warrnambool. This role supports young people who have transitioned out of residential care, or are at risk of entering it, by providing personalised, flexible support in home-based, kinship, or independent living arrangements.

You’ll work to support each young person’s emotional wellbeing, daily routines, and personal development. Whether it’s attending appointments, engaging in activities, or helping build life skills, you’ll play a vital role in their journey. You’ll also maintain clear communication and records and work therapeutically with families and carers to help young people achieve their goals.

If you’re passionate, resilient, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a casual position based in Warrnambool, VIC within our TCP program. This position reports to the TCP Coordinator.

For more information, please contact:

Alice O'Rouke at Alice.ORourke@mackillop.org.au

Our Offer

• Competitive Hourly Rate based on SCHADS Award Level 2-3 (dependent on qualification and experience).
• Salary packaging – we can help you to maximise your salary packaging up to $18,550 per year, which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
• Fitness Passport - which is a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. For a fraction of the price of a regular gym membership.
• Paid Training that is industry specific including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Sanctuary and Cultural Awareness training.
• Employee Assistance Program- Free access to a wide range of options with all aspects of life such as social, financial, physical, mental health by providing counselling and coaching supporting relating both to your circumstance, even including health advice from qualified nutritionists.
• Sanctuary Organisation - MacKillop’s work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, an evidence-supported, whole of organisation framework that brings our values to life. The model reinforces our ability to create a safe environment that teaches people to cope effectively with stress and trauma, and to heal.

Requirements

• Valid and Current Driver's Licence
• Valid and Current Workers with Children's Check
• Valid and Current NDIS Workers Screeners Check
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check
• A Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential and Out of Home Care) or a relevant qualification accompanied by the relevant skill set.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families.

Whilst previous experience working with Young People is preferred, we encourage individuals without prior experience who are passionate about making a difference in Young People's lives to apply.

Our Commitment:

MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every person’s ability, cultural or linguistic backgrounds, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious or spiritual beliefs, socio-economic status, and age.

It is our goal that MacKillop Family Services continues to evolve as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Shortlisting for this position will commence in the new year in 2025, please submit your application as soon as possible.