Youth Worker

Location: Kent Town, SA

Salary: $80,001 - $100,000

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

REDEEM SKILLS RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS REDEEM SKILLS RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS (RECRUITER) on behalf of Western Care Support Pty Ltd trading as Western Care Support We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Youth Worker to join our growing team. In this role, Youth Worker plays a vital role in supporting young people with disability and complex support needs to achieve positive social, educational, vocational, and personal outcomes.

Working within a person-centred and strengths-based framework, the position focuses on mentoring, advocacy, behavioural support, life skills development, and community engagement to promote independence and improve overall wellbeing. Benefits Competitive Salary:  Attractive hourly rates and salary packages. Professional Development:  Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

  Supportive Environment:  A welcoming and supportive team culture. Flexibility:  Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle. Benefits:  Employee assistance programs, health, and wellness initiatives, and more.

Task & responsibilities Assess the social, emotional, behavioural and developmental needs of young people and identify appropriate support strategies. Develop, implement and regularly review individualised youth support plans that align with participants' goals and aspirations. Provide mentoring, coaching and guidance to promote resilience, confidence, independence and positive decision-making.

Deliver structured life skills programs focusing on communication, budgeting, cooking, travel training, problem-solving, self-advocacy and independent living. Support young people to engage in education, vocational training, employment pathways and meaningful community participation. Facilitate recreational, cultural and community-based activities that encourage social inclusion and relationship building.

Provide behavioural support, early intervention and crisis response strategies while promoting positive coping mechanisms. Advocate on behalf of young people to ensure access to appropriate community, educational, health and government services. Liaise and collaborate with families, schools, psychologists, allied health professionals, support coordinators and external agencies to achieve coordinated support outcomes.

Monitor participant progress, prepare case notes, reports and referrals, and maintain accurate records in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements. Assist young people in identifying strengths, setting realistic goals and developing practical strategies to achieve greater independence and long-term wellbeing. Promote participant rights, dignity, cultural inclusion and safeguarding principles while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical practice.

Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, professional development activities and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Ensure all services are delivered in accordance with the NDIS Practice Standards, child safeguarding requirements, workplace health and safety legislation, and organisational policies and procedures. Qualification & experience AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma or a closely related field is required.

  Minimum 1 years of full-time or equivalent professional experience Valid Driver's License with a registered Vehicle First Aid and CPR certification, police check and Working with Children Check / DHS – DCSI – Disability Employment Screening Clearance / NDIS Worker Check or willing to complete when requested.

Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident Visa holder are encouraged to apply Excellent organization and team management skills. Ability to work and blend in a team. Adhere to industrial compliance requirements.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team. Compassionate, patient, reliable, and respectful. Demonstrated experience assessing client needs, delivering support programs, and writing case notes and reports Experience in an NDIS environment or working with young people with disability highly regarded

About Company Western Care is a dedicated community and NDIS service provider in Kent Town - 5067, South Australia committed to empowering young people to achieve independence, resilience, and meaningful participation within their communities. The organisation delivers person-centred, youth-focused services that support adolescents and young adults with disability, psychosocial challenges, and complex social needs through evidence-based intervention programs and individualised support. Work Type: Full time Salary: $80000-95000 Job Publish: 17-08-2026 Job Expire: 16-09-2026 Apply on: Youth Worker Job here!

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