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Join to apply for the Youth Worker role at Centrecare3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Youth Worker role at CentrecareGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Respect, Excellence, Celebration, Compassion, Acceptance, Professionalism.Join an organisation that makes a real difference within the community.About CentrecareCentrecare is a not-for-profit organisation with over 300 employees and is committed to delivering quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation and training services in over 11 locations across the Perth metropolitan, Goldfields and South West regions.The RoleProvide basic counselling, mentoring and support to young people, particularly young male adolescents (aged between 12 18 years) and their families who are at high risk and presenting complex. These young people and members of their families are participating in the Intensive Support Service for Young People that operates in the North Western Metropolitan region of Perth.A Few SpecificsIn consultation with the Team Leader and Program Manager Joondalup, implement a case management approach to service delivery including strengths-based needs assessment.Assisting young people and their families to increase opportunity for improved family relationships including extended family.Assist young people to develop a positive attachment to their identified community.Assisting young people at risk to increase positive life skills.Assist young people to develop strategies to enhance their self-esteem.Selection CriteriaTertiary level qualifications in Community Development, Social Work, Social Sciences, Youth Work or related disciplines.Minimum 2 years relevant experience in the area of general counselling, family support and/or youth counselling.Experience in outreach work in community settings i.e. parks and shops, home settings, detention centers and at other agency locations.Current National Police Clearance (within 12 months validity).Valid driver''s license and own vehicle, willingness to use tour vehicle for outreach work.Valid Working with Children Check.Ability to work across diverse cultures.BenefitsExtra 5 days leave per year pro rataAnnual leave loading at 17.5%Access to professional development and trainingDiscounted corporate health cover provided for by Bupa and Medibank PrivateSalary packaging options up to $15,900 - increases your take home payInsurance cover to and from workAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramHow To ApplyClick apply and you will be directed to our online job board to view further details on the vacancy description and complete your application; Selection Criteria must be addressed.Position Closes: 7 August 2025Shortlisting will commence upon receipt of applications, Centrecare reserves the right to close the position early if needed.Should you have any queries, please contact Human Resources on (08) 9288 2244At CentrecareChildren feel Valued, Heard, and Safe: Centrecare is fully committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, child safe cultures and practices. harm. Centrecare also believes that all children are valuable and worthy of respect. It strongly supports the rights of the child and is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children who are in contact with or receive its services.We are Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. 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