Locations: Newcastle and Surrounding Areas.

Be Recruitment is seeking passionate and skilled Therapeutic Youth Workers to join a dedicated team delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care to children and young people with complex needs.

This role is within a residential care setting and requires candidates to hold a Diploma-level qualification in Community Services, Youth Work, or a related field – this is non-negotiable.
About the Role As a Therapeutic Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people who have experienced significant trauma, abuse, and neglect. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Provide consistent therapeutic care, grounded in trauma-informed practice
• Model positive, pro-social behaviours to help young people develop healthy relationships and life skills
• Create a safe, nurturing, and structured home environment
• Support young people in understanding and managing trauma-related behaviours
• Encourage engagement in educational, recreational, and community activities
• Assist with daily routines including personal care, meals, school attendance, and appointments
• Maintain accurate records and incident reports in line with organisational procedures

Key Requirements

• Diploma in Community Services, Youth Work or similar – mandatory
• Minimum six months of paid experience working as a Therapeutic Youth Worker – mandatory
• International Police Check if you have lived overseas for more than 12 months – mandatory
• Full NSW Driver’s Licence
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Willingness to undergo a National Police Check
• COVID-19 vaccination or valid medical exemption
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including days, evenings, weekends, and sleepovers

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates
• Supportive team environment with ongoing supervision and debriefing
• Opportunities for professional development and further training in therapeutic care and trauma-informed practice
• Flexible shifts across multiple locations

If you’re committed to making a genuine difference in the lives of young people and have the skills and qualifications required, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a team focused on transforming the future for children and young people in care.