Youth Support Worker - Pathways to Home

About the role – Casual  

The Residential Youth Support Worker plays a key role in the day-to-day operation of a residential facility supporting vulnerable and at-risk young people. You will provide practical and personal support, promote independence, and assist with developing essential living skills. The role focuses on building positive, professional relationships, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, and supporting young people to achieve the goals outlined in their Care Plans and Program objectives within a trauma-informed framework.

About you:

You are compassionate, reliable and comfortable working with vulnerable young people. You build respectful relationships, communicate clearly and work well within a team. You are culturally aware, maintain professional boundaries, and are committed to supporting young people in a safe and inclusive environment.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Certificate 4 in Child, Youth and Family Interventions, Youth Work, Community Services, or related field.
• Previous experience in working with vulnerable and at-risk young people
• Experience working with Aboriginal people and communities in the provision of support services
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTQIA+ and communities and other marginalised groups in the provision of support services
• Ability to practice appropriate level therapeutic interventions

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Crises Accommodation Level 1.1) + super
• Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 annually via Meal and Entertainment Card, and novated vehicle leasing.
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance 
• Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

We do not accept applications via email; however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to Samantha Shaughnessy at ssmith@baptistcaresa.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Please note: Applications are encouraged early, as interviews may be conducted before the closing date and the role could be filled once a suitable applicant is identified.

All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

Baptist Care SA is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptcare (VIC, TAS), to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.