Therapeutic Child & Youth Workers

Multiple part-time permanent positions, Mount Barker

Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Award Level 3

About Us:

We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways and connected thriving communities, we are one of the few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.

Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.

Meet some of our amazing staff here!

The Opportunity:

As a Therapeutic Child and Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in providing consistent, trauma-informed care to children and young people living in residential care. This opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact by creating a safe, nurturing home environment where young people feel valued, supported, and empowered to heal and grow. Junction is seeking future talent who are passionate people and committed to guide young people while making an impact in their lives. The position available is for our residential houses based at Mount Barker area.

The role focuses around building strong, trusting relationships and delivering structured, responsive support tailored to each individual's developmental, emotional, and cultural needs. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure stability, wellbeing, and positive life outcomes for the children and young people in your care.

Key Aspects of the Role:

• Trauma-Informed Care & Relationship Building
  Build strong, therapeutic relationships and support young people with complex behaviours using trauma-responsive strategies.
• Emotional Resilience & Self-Awareness
  Maintain emotional regulation and consistency in high-pressure situations, providing calm and reliable support.
• Practical Support & Daily Living Skills
  Assist with routines, personal care, and household tasks, while fostering independence and life skills.
• Cultural Safety & Child-Centered Practice
  Uphold children’s rights and support their identity, voice, and cultural connections—particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.

A day in this role may include:

• Support daily routines including meals, school transports, appointments, and bedtime to provide stability and structure.
• Build trusting relationships and offer emotional support using trauma-informed approaches.
• Promote life skills and independence through everyday activities like cooking, personal care, and community outings.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing home environment while completing documentation and collaborating with your team.

About you:

We are seeking a highly passionate professional who:

• Holds an certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services or equivalent (or working towards)
• Has sound communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and establish rapport with clients, staff and external agencies
• Has demonstrated understanding of appropriate responses to clients with trauma related behaviours that demonstrate high and complex needs
• Has ability to work in a team environment and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Has the ability to work across 24/7 roster and undertake passive (sleepover) and active night shifts
• Has the ability to work across different locations (houses) when required

What we offer:

• Values-driven culture
• Generous salary sacrifice benefits
• Great professional development opportunities
• A You are Amazing Day – an extra day of paid leave to spend however you want
• A NAIDOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NAIDOC celebrations
• A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman
• Access To Corporate Health Insurance and Annual Flu Vaccinations

You will need to:

• Complete our online application process
• Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process which will include psychological assessments
• Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Hold a current Senior First Aid Certificate
• Hold a current Safe Environments Certificate
• Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s licence and be willing to drive
• Be prepared to undertake Junction's onboarding and induction process which would be a blend of classroom and on-site learning.

How to Apply:

To apply, please fill out the questions below. On the following page, you'll be asked to add your resume and cover letter, please make sure you have this ready before you apply.

Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications including working with children check, safe environments, first aid, and your driver's licence.

Applications Close: COB, Wednesday, 13 August 2025.

The position description is available by clicking here or for further confidential inquiries contact Kate Alexandar, Manager Operations, Children & Youth Services on 0418 471 081.

Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.