Therapeutic Youth Worker

About Carpentaria

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

• Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
• Independent Living programs
• Pathways Program
• Employment and Training
• Specialist Disability Accommodation

We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

Purpose

You will provide safe, therapeutic and trauma-informed support to young people aged 12–18 years, promoting their emotional wellbeing, stability and development. It focuses on building trusting relationships, supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviors, and responding effectively to crises and identified risks.

Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team, the role supports young people to develop resilience, independence, life skills and meaningful connections with their families, peers and community. It also contributes to maintaining a safe, structured and nurturing home environment where young people feel respected, supported and empowered to achieve positive outcomes.

The ideal candidate

• Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or the ability to obtain
• Demonstrated experience working in residential care, youth services, or Out of Home Care programs
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people to live their best life using a person-centred approach
• Knowledge of child protection legislation, care standards, and trauma-informed care.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with experience working in cross cultural contexts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write clear and accurate reports and sound computer skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts including both short and long shifts on weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights, sleepovers and public holidays

Remuneration and benefits

A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:

• Casual and Part-Time Opportunities
• Competitive hourly rates + 12% super
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) for part-time employees
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications.

For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the position description here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Therapeutic-Youth-Worker-AUG-2026.pdf

Contacts and further information

For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Operations Workforce Coordinator on 04•• ••• 870 or latia.grbac@carpentaria.org.au.

Further information about Carpentaria is available at carpentaria.org.au.

Previous applicants need not apply