Youth Worker (Western Sydney)

Work with diverse individuals & groups of at-risk young people to enable them to access relevant services, connect and feel safe in their communities.

• Permanent Full time work across various Western Sydney areas, including Parramatta and Merrylands 
• Assist in the delivery of Y NSW Youth programs including Alternative Suspension
• A rewarding role for someone who wishes to work with the Youth

About your new role

Are you deeply committed and enthusiastic about working with young people, especially in demanding settings? Do you have experience working with at risk young people?
As a Youth Worker, your main responsibilities will involve leading various activities with the young people aged 12-24, creating and executing programs, and cooperating with local community partners including schools and families. Your goal will be to assist in the development and implementation of programs that cater to the distinctive needs of each community. These initiatives may include engaging in sport-based sessions, organizing skill-based workshops, and wellbeing programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage in consultations with at risk young people to comprehend their needs and aspirations.
• Innovate and implement programs that resonate with the community.
• Work closely with community partners to ensure impactful and inclusive programs.
• Organize and facilitate activities, workshops, and wellbeing programs.

What we would love you to have:

• Qualifications and experience in Youth Work, Community Services or related field
• Experience with assisting and supporting young people with complex issues, in group settings and one on one. E.g. Casework, assertive outreach
• Ability and passion to work independently, as well as in a team to motivate, empower and support young people 
• Confidence in working with young people to develop meaningful initiatives on a local level
• Senior First Aid Certificate

Youth and Community Service

Our Youth and Community Service workers empower and inspire our young visitors, providing them with a safe space to grow, learn and have their voice heard. From our Program Coordinators and Youth Workers, to all our wonderful Volunteers – our team work tirelessly to create meaningful opportunities for underprivileged and disadvantaged youth. As part of The Y family, you’ll be responsible for the care and safety of our young community and impact their physical, mental and social wellbeing for the better. In return, we’ll support you to build valuable people, leadership and life skills all while working with people in need, from the comfort of our dynamic recreation facilities. If you’re ready to engage and inspire the next generation of young people, join us for a rewarding and exciting career that’s all about creating life-changing memories for those who need it most. 

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact and empowering young people. We operate 24 recreation centres, 53 out-of-school-hours care services, and two camping locations which employ 1,500 staff across NSW –  and fund our diverse range of enriching community programs.

We believe in building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities and cultures, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, to apply.

Commitment to Safeguarding

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we embed Safeguarding into everything that we do to make sure Children and Young People are kept at the front of our minds in all our programs and services. We also ensure that all our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles to keep our children and young people safe. 

To learn more about our Commitment to Safeguarding Statement and our screening processes, click here.