Career Opportunities Youth Workers at Mission Australia – Australia
Recruiter: Mission Australia
About Mission Australia
Mission Australia is a national Christian community service organization that has been helping vulnerable Australians for over 160 years. It provides a range of services including housing and homelessness support, family and youth services, disability services, and employment programs, working alongside people in need to support them to live fulfilling lives and participate meaningfully in their communities.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to administrative management within Mission Australia’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Australia, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. Your responsibilities will include: Provide compassionate support and supervision to young people always ensuring their safety and well-being Additionally, you will: Through engaging programs focused on interpersonal and living This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
Permanent Opportunities | 15.2 Hours or 30.4 Hours | Days/ Nights and Weekends
Casual Positions | Weekdays | Morning shifts |Afternoon shifts | Night Shifts
Permanent pay rate: $35.40 per hour+ Super + Penalty Rates + NFP Salary Packaging
Casual pay rate: $44.25 per hour + Super + Penalty rates
Location: Robertson NSW | Triple Care Farm
Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need!
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together were building hope and possibility for all.
Find out more about us and our purpose .
Your Opportunity
Join us at Mission Australia’s Triple Care Farm, where you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of young people aged 16-24 on their journey to recovery from alcohol and other drug use. Nestled on 110 acres in the picturesque NSW Southern Highlands, our withdrawal and residential program offers more than just a place to stay it’s a holistic sanctuary of support and growth.
As a Youth Worker, you’ll be at the heart of this transformative experience, providing essential support and supervision to our participants. From educating them on crucial interpersonal and living skills to organizing engaging sport and recreation activities, you’ll help them build resilience and confidence for their future.
We are keen to talk to Youth Workers who are interested in either casual or permanent opportunities at Triple Care Farm.
If you’re driven by compassion and ready to ignite transformation, we want to hear from you! Join us at Triple Care Farm and be part of something truly impactful.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Provide compassionate support and supervision to young people always ensuring their safety and well-being
Through engaging programs focused on interpersonal and living skills, you’ll empower young people with the tools they need to thrive beyond their time at Triple Care Farm.
Your quick and accurate response to any incidents will maintain a safe environment, with detailed reports ensuring transparency and accountability.
Work alongside young people to maintain facilities and complete meal preparation.
Collaborating with the Case Coordinator, you’ll contribute to case planning and monitoring meetings
Maintain residential files ensuring behaviour records, progress notes are filed correctly.
Resolve participant complaints or refer them to a supervisor as necessary to maintain a positive and supportive environment
Supervise young people when attending any off-site activities ensuring their safety and adherence to program guidelines.
Requirements for Success
Relevant qualification or experience in working with youth in the community
Knowledge of mental health issues, substance use treatment and working with youth
Demonstrated sound interpersonal and communication skills
Understanding of adolescent mental health issues and duty of care
First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
Current NSW Drivers Licence
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Your benefits
To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:
Rewarding work every day you know youre making a real difference
Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay ) permanent roles only
Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support
Volunteering opportunities
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave- permanent roles only
Extra leave including Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off- permanent roles only
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if youre skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
If you live with disability and require support to submit your application , please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.
We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au
Find out more about a career with Mission Australia .
How to apply
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As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.
Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you
Key Details
- Job Title: Career Opportunities Youth Workers
- Grade: N/A
- Location: Shoalhaven, Australia
- Department: Mission Australia
- Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
- Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- Not specified in the official posting
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- including:
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
