Youth & Family Worker
- Exciting opportunity based in Nhulunbuy, NT
- Meaningful work that creates lasting change for young people and families.
- Salary Package an additional $15,900 annually & 5 weeks annual leave
About Anglicare NT
Anglicare NT is a respected provider of quality human services across urban, regional, and remote areas. Anglicare NT offers a range of career opportunities in the community and social services sector in a diverse range of fields such as children and youth, family relationships and counselling, refugee and migrant, corporate services, financial counselling, mental health, disability and home care, social enterprises, and specialist homelessness services
Working with Anglicare NT, you will have access to:
- Further training and development options.
- Flexible working conditions; five (5) weeks annual leave.
- A strengths-based environment.
We also offer great salary packaging options that can significantly increase your take-home pay.
Why Nhulunbuy?
Nhulunbuy offers an incredible lifestyle with access to pristine beaches, rich Aboriginal culture and a close-knit community - perfect for those seeking meaningful work and adventure
To support your move and lifestyle, basic accommodation may be available, to help you settle into the role and community.
About the Opportunity
As the Youth & Family Worker will work directly with young people and families, providing practical support, case coordination, advocacy, outreach, and group activities that improve outcomes and strengthen community connections.
The role requires flexibility, initiative, strong relationship-building skills and a genuine commitment to supporting young people facing complex challenges.
You will:
- Provide trauma-informed, culturally safe support to young people and families.
- Deliver one-on-one support, case planning, advocacy and referrals.
- Facilitate youth-focused group work, life skills activities and community programs.
- Support young people involved in youth justice and restorative justice initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with families, schools, government agencies and community stakeholders.
- Conduct outreach and engagement activities with vulnerable young people.
About You
You are passionate about empowering young people and have the skills to engage those experiencing complex personal, family, social or behavioural challenges. You will bring:
- Minimum two years' experience working with young people and families in community-based settings.
- Experience engaging vulnerable young people through outreach, support work and group programs.
- Knowledge of youth justice, child protection or related service systems (highly regarded).
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based practice.
- Demonstrated ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, families and communities.
Note: The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), section 57 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1996 (NT) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.
Special Measures vacancies are open to everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. However, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
As part of the recruitment process, please address the key selection criteria using the online application on the Anglicare NT website.
For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the Program Manager Youth & Families on (08) 8939 3400
Applications are being assessed on receipt, so speed is key! The sooner you apply the better!
Applications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.
Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence.
Unfortunately, we aren't in a position to sponsor candidate visas. If you don't have the independent right to work in the country you're applying for, we will not be able to progress your application
Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.
Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
COVID-19 Vaccination Status
Anglicare NT is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for healthcare professionals. Aged Care Support workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice).
Anglicare NT staff who do NOT work directly with vulnerable people will not be required to provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.
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