After Hours Youth Support Worker
About the job
This job is about providing essential support to young people residing in crisis accommodation. By creating a safe and therapeutic environment, you will help them build the skills they need for independence and wellbeing. The team values collaboration and is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of young people.
You'll be responsible for
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Providing a safe environment
Supporting residents and maintaining a nurturing, therapeutic refuge setting is key to ensuring safety and stability.📚
Working within key practice frameworks
Utilising the Journey to Independence Model and Psychologically Informed Environment principles to guide practice is essential.🍽️
Supporting daily living skills
Assisting young people with meal preparation, hygiene, recreation, and independent living tasks is vital for their development.Key criteria
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Tertiary qualification in community services
Minimum Diploma in Community Services or related field.View
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Experience in social services
Proven experience in a social service environment, preferably youth sector.View
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Understanding of trauma-informed practice
Demonstrated understanding of Psychologically Informed Environments.View
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