Youth Worker - Newcastle & MaitlandTHE ROLESamaritans Youth Services provides an extensive range of services to disadvantaged young people, with a particular emphasis on those at risk. Services include residential support, outreach, early intervention and activities, employment, out of home care, family and group work, work with schools and information and referral. What we offerOur teams are the heart of what we do here at Samaritans. you will have the opportunity to work with an innovative, collaborative team environment with a group of people that are warm, inspiring, passionate about social justice and advocacy, as well as:Fitness Passport corporate gym membershipCareer and development opportunities within the wider organisationPayroll giving programOn-call after-hours supportFull training providedNot-for-profit salary packaging up to $611.50 per f/nYou will beSolutions focused with a positive attitude & proactive in your approach.You thrive in a fast-paced environment, displaying dedication when it comes to getting the job done.Able to develop good rapport with young people and are keen to identify ways to improve our service.Essential CriteriaCertificate, Associate Diploma or degree qualification in Youth Work/Community Welfare/Social Work or equivalent experience.Must be available to work rotating shifts, morning 7am - 3.30pm, Afternoon 3pm - 11pm + Sleepover until 7am, including weekends Demonstrated capacity to utilise a strengths-based and trauma informed care approach in supporting young people experiencing disadvantageDemonstrated understanding and commitment to child protection legislationDemonstrated positive communication and conflict resolution skillsCommitment to the rights and responsibilities of young peopleDemonstrated willingness and ability to work within a teamUnderstanding and commitment to WH&S principles and guidelinesThe successful applicant must also possess a current NSW Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, a current Provide First Aid certificate and hold a current/ valid NSW Drivers Licence.DESIRABLE Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role working collaboratively with young people and their familiesDemonstrate an understanding of Rapid RehousingIf this sounds like you, click "Apply Now" Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.Samaritans is a not-for-profit organisation who for over 30 years has been offering support to those in need including young people and families, those with disability or mental health challenges and the wider community.The Samaritans values of Compassion, Integrity, Justice act as our tagline and describe the principles behind the work we do and the way we do it. Who we are?The Anglican Diocese of Newcastle (Newcastle Anglican) is the overarching body for some well-known Hunter and Central Coast organisations – Anglican Care, Samaritans, Newcastle Anglican Schools Corporation and Anglican parishes working primarily in the Hunter and Central Coast regions of New South Wales.You must have the right to live and work in Australia.No agencies or third-party applications please. AUD Newcastle 2300