Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) YOUTH WORKERS

We are looking for experienced Youth Workers for our Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) Residential Services in the Queanbeyan area. We care for young people in statutory Out of Home Care (OOHC) aged 12 – 18 years who can display challenging behaviours as a result of their histories of trauma and neglect.

You are able to assist young people with complex care needs, who have experienced trauma and abuse impacting on their mental health and wellbeing. You will support clients in their day to day lives, promote independent living, teach life skills, assist them to work towards their goals and help integrate them into the community.

The successful applicants will need to have a Diploma in Youth Work or other relevant tertiary qualification and relevant experience in OOHC, a variety of life skills, an understanding of the impact of trauma and abuse as well as the importance of self-care. Experience in working with Aboriginal people, communities and/or organisations is essential. Great mentoring and communication skills are essential. If you have high energy, a good sense of humour and enjoy a challenge then we would like to hear from you.

The hourly rate for this position is $36.82 – $40.01 inclusive of 25% casual loading, plus 9.5% employer superannuation guarantee. Generous salary packaging benefits are available under Anglicare’s PBI status.