Empower vulnerable young people to achieve better health outcomes
Deliver meaningful case management in a multidisciplinary team
Build strong community partnerships and support positive change
Support, engage and advocate for young people by delivering youth-focused care, case management and health education services.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Art Therapist Level 1 / 2, Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Dietitian Level 1 / 2, Diversional Therapist Level 1 / 2, Exercise Physiologist Level 1 / 2, Health Education Officer Graduate, Health Education Officer Non Graduate, Music Therapist Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Physiotherapist Level 1 / 2, Play Therapist Level 1 / 2, Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2, Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: Dependant on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: High Street Youth Health Service & Western Area Adolescent Team
Where you'll be working
High Street Youth Health Service and the Western Area Adolescent Team provide specialised, youth-friendly healthcare services for young people aged 12 to 24 years. Our multidisciplinary teams work alongside vulnerable, marginalised and at-risk young people to improve access to healthcare, strengthen wellbeing and support positive life outcomes. This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact while working in a collaborative and supportive environment committed to person-centred care.
In this role you'll enjoy:
- Working with passionate professionals dedicated to youth health and wellbeing
- Supporting young people facing complex social, emotional and health challenges
- Being part of a service that values innovation, inclusion and advocacy
- Developing strong partnerships across health, community and social support sectors
- Contributing to programs that create lasting positive change for young people
What you'll be doing
As a Youth Health Worker, you will work within a multidisciplinary team to engage, support and advocate for young people aged 12 to 24 years and their significant others. You will provide responsive, evidence-based services that improve access to healthcare and connect young people with the support they need to thrive.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering assertive case management, brief interventions and care coordination within a primary healthcare framework
- Building trusting relationships with young people and developing individualised care plans to address their health and wellbeing needs
- Facilitating access to health, community and support services through effective care navigation and referral pathways
- Designing and delivering health education, health promotion and group programs targeted to young people
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen service delivery, advocate for young people and improve health outcomes
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualification: Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline
Selection Criteria:
1. Qualifications and/or experience in a relevant field. And Valid NSW drivers licence.
2. Experience working with and understanding of the issues affecting marginalised young people’s access to health services.
3. Demonstrated experience in planning, delivering and evaluating health promotion activities and/or community development projects.
4. Knowledge of the health issues that impact on marginalised and at risk young people aged 12- 24 yrs.
5. Excellent communication and networking skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
7. Excellent computer skills with experience in a range of Microsoft applications.
8. Demonstrated ability to engage with marginalised and at risk young people both individually and in a group setting.
Requisition ID: REQ679075
Applications Close: 8th September 2026
Need more information?
- about applying for this position.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Katie Dodd at [email protected]
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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