Residential Youth Worker

At Stepping Stone House, we truly believe in empowering young people to achieve their dreams and thrive!

We are currently seeking passionate and enthusiastic Youth Workers for our Residential Services. This is an exciting and challenging role where YOU can make a difference. This is a shift work position where you will be required to work days, evenings, sleepovers and weekend work as the house is operational 24/7.

We are also hiring Youth Workers on a casual basis across our programs in the Inner West.

About Stepping Stone House

Stepping Stone House is a not-for-profit charity that provides accommodation and personal development for children and young people aged 12-25 years old who through no fault of their own find themselves at risk of homelessness or unable to live at home. We have a foundation of building resilience through outdoor education and activities.

A few other gems for you:

Cultural Diversity – 48% of SSH team members were born overseas or their parents were

Gender Leadership diversity – females make up 80% of the SSH operational leadership team and 66% of the SSH Board of directors

Motivation – 96% of our staff team strongly believe in the Vision, Mission and Values of Stepping Stone House

Family – 96% of our staff team strongly agree that Stepping Stone House support and respect that I have family responsibilities outside of work

Career opportunities – 36% of our SSH staff team have been promoted internally

As a successful residential youth worker, you will possess:

A solid understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based practice.

A strong work ethic coupled with a positive, resilient attitude.

Sound understanding of mandatory reporting requirements and key child protection legislation.

Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally regulated and approach challenges with initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm.

Genuine empathy and respect for the young people in your care.

Unwavering honesty and integrity in all interactions.

Excellent record keeping.

A passionate commitment to making a positive difference in young peoples' lives.

We seek individuals who can balance professionalism with a sense of humour, creating a safe and supportive environment that fosters growth and trust. Your ability to role model healthy and secure relationships will be key to excelling in this rewarding role.

What you will be doing – Key Responsibilities:

Create and maintain a safe and supportive home environment.

Build safe and meaningful relationships with young people.

Implement and support individual case plans.

Teach age-appropriate independent living such as cooking, cleaning, personal care, budgeting etc.

Manage group dynamics and individual needs.

Plan, facilitate and supervise engaging recreational activities.

Complete necessary administrative tasks.

Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications

Essential Criteria:

Minimum Diploma and working towards tertiary qualifications in social work, youth work or a related field.

Minimum two years' experience working with disadvantaged young people in the Out of Home Care (OOHC) Residential Sector, other residential youth settings or similar field.

In depth understanding of homelessness, the impacts of being removed from home and trauma-based issues of young people in the OOHC Residential Sector.

Ability to think and act calmly and deal with distressed young people sensitively and confidently and with dignity and respect.

The ability to effectively work autonomously, under supervision and as part of a team.

Understanding and knowledge of relevant legislation such as OOHC standards, mandatory reporting.

Strong negotiation, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision making skills.

Ability to follow and implement structured rules, regulations and values.

Working with Children Check.

A Valid Driver's License.

First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Remuneration

The position will be paid at SCHADS Level 3 – Pay Point dependent on experience and qualification level.

Stepping Stone House is a Child Safe Organisation and puts the safety and welfare of our young people first in all the work we do. All safety checks will be prioritised through the recruitment process.