Therapeutic Youth Worker
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Job no: 495699
Employment type: Casual
Location: Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter
Categories: Child & Family Services
Make a Real Impact
Every shift is a chance to change a life. As a Youth Support Worker in Newcastle and the Hunter region with Lifestyle Solutions, you’ll support young people in care to feel safe, build trust, and believe in their futures. If you’re calm, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Salary packaging, up to $15,900 tax-free – take home more of your pay
- Entertainment card, up to $2,650
- Dining, travel and retail discounts
- Paid face to face and online training
- Supportive and passionate team
What You’ll Bring
- Diploma in Youth Work, Child & Family, or Community Services OR willingness to enrol
- Current unrestricted Australian driver’s license and probity clearances
- Empathy, resilience, and a solutions-focused mindset
- Full availability across a range of shifts, including weekends and overnights
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting young people with daily routines, care, and activities
- Building positive relationships based on trust and respect
- Creating safe, structured therapeutic environments
- Responding calmly to challenges and behavioural needs
- Working collaboratively on individualised care plans
- Mentoring young people to explore interests, hobbies and cultural activities
- Administering medication safely and following individual support plans
- Completing clear and factual handover notes and incident reports
Ready to Change Lives?
Induction for this new intake will take place in Newcastle 27th July - 31st July 9am - 5pm
Apply online today! Shortlisting is ongoing, so get in early! All applications must be lodged online via the apply now link.
If you have any additional questions, please email Kiane: kiane.medwell@possabilitygroup.com.au
We Celebrate Diversity
Lifestyle Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We champion inclusion and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTI communities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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