• Employment Status: Fixed Term, Casual
• SCHADS Level 2 + Super + Leave Loading + Salary Packaging
• Ballajura, WA

Your new role:

The primary purpose of the Youth Worker is to be an influential member of our WA Youth services team. Supporting our drop-in service from our Ballajura Youth Centre and drop-in and outreach service in Manning. Under the support and guidance of Youth Work Case Managers and our Senior Practitioner, you will assist in drop-in related activities, holiday programs and outreach for at-risk and venerable communities.

This will include:

• Actively engage with young people during Drop-In sessions and provide support services including outreach and supported referral for young people under the support and guidance of Youth Work Case Managers.
• Provide information and advice to carers and families who attend the Drop-In centre.
• Participate in networking events and liaise with other service providers as required ensuring the organisation is always represented in a professional manner.
• Plan, prepare and book holiday program activities for Young People.
• Set up for the delivery of services at the drop-in centre ensuring adequate preparation to ensure a safe, professional, and inclusive environment.
• Effectively supervise young people at the Drop-In centre, resolve conflict and report any concerns or issues to the manager.
• Assist in the facilitation of session workshops as requested by the manager or Youth Work Case Managers.
• Keep accurate records of young people attending the Drop-In centre and updating the database systems with accurate statistics and demographics.
• Comply with all reasonable Health and Safety guidelines, policies, and directions.

About you:

• Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Experience in administration and planning activities, workshops and the logistics required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and experience representing an organisations community services, values, and strategy professionally and confidently.
• A good understanding of the social issues impacting young people and how trauma and/or disconnection
• Ability to work within and knowledge of the guidelines of the Youth Work Code of Ethics for Western Australia
• A strong ability to engage effectively with young people, identify their risk factors and recommend appropriate support services to access.
• A strong ability to recognize and effectively de-escalate conflict.

Who are we?

Kids First have a prominent 130-year history of safeguarding children achieved through an unwavering commitment to people and transformation. If you are an experienced clinical leader passionate about service reform and improving outcomes for individuals, children and families experiencing vulnerabilities the this could be your next opportunity. Kids First will provide the opportunity for you to work for an organisation that acknowledges your value by offering great working conditions and flexible working arrangements.

Why work with us?

Be part of an organisation that truly lives its values. We have HEART and this shows in the way that we care for our staff members.

Needing a further nudge for you to click on that apply now button?

• Enjoy ‘not for profit' benefits such as $15,900 of pre-tax salary packaging to increase your take-home pay and novated leasing.
• Access portable long service leave options and transfer your long service leave accruals.
• Be nurtured in your career, including professional development in specialist evidence-based models.

• Access our Staff Wellbeing Program.

Ready to apply?

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://kidsfirst.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6866354.

Applications close 28 February 2026 at 10pm

To view a full position description or to apply, please visit the Kids First website at: https://www.kidsfirstaustralia.org.au/careers

For inquiries about the position: General Manager - Youth and Family Services WA and SA dpisani@kidsfirstaustralia.org.au

Kids First is an Equal Opportunity employer that respects and values diversity and inclusion. Kids First welcomes everyone to apply, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, and physical ability.

Kids First is a Child Safe Organisation, employment is conditional on satisfactory referee checks, a current Working With Children Check, National Criminal History check, proof of the right to work in Australia and a pre-employment medical (if applicable). Requirement to comply with Kids First vaccination policy where supporting evidence may be requested in order to perform duties.