Welfare Worker jobs in Sydney NSW

• 12-month fixed term full time position based on Bidjigal Country in Hurtsville
• $40.52ph - $43.46ph + Super + Salary Packaging
• Meaningful work with flexible, hybrid work options

Who We Are

At Benevolent, we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms, with dignity, respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries, as Australia's first charity, this belief has shaped who we are and how we work.

As a not-for-profit, independent and non-religious organisation, we are a practice-led organisation, our work is grounded in evidence and strengths-based approaches that place people at the centre of everything we do. We walk alongside individuals, families and communities, upholding rights, amplifying voices and advocating for safer, more inclusive systems where people can thrive.

Your Opportunity

Join us in a unique role working across The Shack Youth Services and the Carer Gateway - Young Carer Program, supporting young people to connect, thrive and assess the right support at the right time. You'll deliver engaging youth programs, build strong community connections and play a key role in identifying and supporting hidden young carers who may not recognise themselves as carers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an energetic and community minded youth worker who is passionate about early intervention, youth engagement and creating positive outcomes for young people.

How You Will Contribute

• Deliver engaging group programs, events and activities for young people across The Shack Youth Services.
• Build positive relationships with young people and provide strengths-based support that promotes wellbeing, connection and participation.
• Identify, engage and support hidden young carers, connecting them with information, services and tailored supports.
• Develop and maintain referral pathways with schools, community organisations, health professionals and other key stakeholders to increase program awareness and referrals.
• Represent the programs at community events, school visits and networking opportunities including expos to promote available supports for young people and those in a caring role.
• Work collaboratively across both programs to improve participation, increase referral numbers and achieve program outcomes.

Your Benefits

We support our people to live their best lives, with benefits that support your wellbeing, growth and lifestyle. Here are some of the key benefits, and we'd love to tell you more.

• Salary Packaging & Perks - Maximise your take-home pay with up to $15,900 in salary packaging including entertainment and vehicle packaging options to suit your lifestyle, corporate rates/discount with selected partners.
• Flexibility & Wellbeing - Enjoy hybrid work options, monthly ADOs (12 extra days off per year for full time staff), Fitness Passport access, EAP support, and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Recognition & Growth - Competitive pay, Benevolent You Make a Difference recognition program, service rewards, long service leave after 5 years, supportive performance and career check in’s and tailored professional development opportunities.
• Cultural Inclusion - Dedicated cultural leave and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, including leadership pathways and networking groups.
• Employee Networks - Connect through our diverse, employee-led networks that celebrate diversity and foster connection and allyship across shared experiences and identities

Your Skills and Experience

• We want you to be successful in your new role! This means you'll have:
• A qualification in Youth Work, Community Services, Social Work, Community Development or a related discipline.
• Experience working with young people in a youth, community, education, health or not-for-profit setting.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and build rapport with young people from diverse backgrounds using a strengths-based and person-centred approach.
• Experience facilitating group programs, workshops, activities or events that promote participation, wellbeing and social connection.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop partnerships with schools, community organisations and referral agencies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders and promoting services within the community.
• An understanding of the challenges experienced by young carers and vulnerable young people, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across mulitple programs.
• A current Working with Children Check and NSW Driver Licence.

This role aligns with the capability requirements of Individual Contributor level. Please see the Capability Framework attached to this advert to discover essential skills, values and behaviours required at this level.

Ready to make a difference?

Click 'APPLY' to send your resume and a 1-page cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Need more information or have questions? Feel free to reach out Erica on 0481 476 761 for a friendly, confidential discussion.

The artwork above is by Jasmine Sarin, a proud Kamilaroi and Jerrinja woman from NSW, who grew up on the South Coast in Jerrinja and Yuin country (Nowra) and Dharawal country (Wollongong).

Our Commitment

At Benevolent we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and to providing a culturally safe workplace for all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, including LGBTIQA+, neurodivergent and people with disabilities, and those from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, to strengthen our ability to deliver inclusive and responsive services to the communities we support.

We recognise and value the cultural knowledge, lived experience and community connections that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring, and welcome applications from individuals across all cultures, identities and lived experiences.