YOUTH WORKER - WAGGA WAGGA
- Permanent part-time position in a therapeutic home for young people.
- Support individuals with complex needs through trauma-informed care.
- Participate in a rotating roster with flexible hours.
About Us
Start 2026 with purpose and growth! CatholicCare is expanding, and we’re excited to open new therapeutic homes for young people in in Wagga Wagga. This is your chance to be part of something bigger — a growing organisation creating more opportunities to make a difference.
We’re proud to be a trusted leader in community services, known for innovation, compassion, and results. Our expansion means more homes, more support, and more opportunities for passionate people like you.
About the role
This permanent part-time position is based at our brand-new therapeutic home in Wagga Wagga for children aged 12–18 living in Out of Home Care.
You’ll participate in a 24/7 rotating roster (mornings, afternoons, nights, and sleepovers) with your schedule provided 2 weeks in advance. We are offering 25-30 hours per week with an option to pick up extra shifts!
You’ll work closely with young people with complex needs, helping them heal, grow, and thrive through trauma-informed care and meaningful relationships. Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or trauma is highly valued and will help you succeed in this role.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Cert III, IV or Diploma in Community Services or Youth Work (or willingness to enrol)
- Experience working with young people facing emotional, behavioural, or social challenges.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care.
- Ability to build trust, maintain boundaries, and use behaviour support strategies.
- Excellent report writing and safeguarding practices.
- Hold a valid NSW Driver’s Licence + comprehensively insured vehicle.
- Working With Children Check.
- First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
Why Join CatholicCare?
- Salary packaging – pay less income tax and have more money for the things that matter.
- Fitness Passport program – discounted memberships at a wide range of gyms and fitness facilities across Australia.
- Training & Development – Ongoing learning opportunities to grow your career.
- Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential counselling and support.
- Bupa Health – Corporate health care cover discounts.
- Extra Leave – Additional paid leave day over Christmas.
- Hope Awards – Be recognised and celebrated for your impact.
- Baby Bonus – Paid bonus for eligible primary carer.
CatholicCare is a safe, inclusive, and respectful employer. We value the unique perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are committed to working alongside First Nations communities.
We strongly encourage First Nations people to apply. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, genders, faiths and diversity.
CatholicCare is a great place to work! Please take a few moments to watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxwP9Bsj-RM
Ready to start your New Year with purpose? Apply now - position available for immediate start!
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