Youth Social Worker

Written By Chloe Trompetter

About the role

Ishar is seeking a full-time Youth Social Worker with experience in working with young people from a migrant background. Fixed – Term contract from August/September 2025 until July/August 2026.                                                                                                                                                                         

SCHCADS AWARD 4.3. Salary packaging and other benefits are offered.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated, passionate Youth Social Worker with relevant experience to join our team and help improve the lives of young people.

Role Statement

The Youth Social Worker will work alongside young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to identify and support them with their goals and improve their safety and overall wellbeing.

Selection Criteria
Essential (please address these in your application)

  1. A relevant qualification and/or demonstrated relevant experience (i.e. youth work, social work, or case work).

  2. Demonstrated experience in working effectively with young women from CaLD backgrounds and ability to form positive working relationships.

  3. Ability to build networks and referral pathways to link clients to support services.

  4. Demonstrated knowledge of issues impacting on young people from CaLD backgrounds

  5. Demonstrated knowledge of government and community agencies and resources available for young people from CaLD backgrounds.

  6. Experience in planning and delivering community educational programs.

  7. Demonstrated organisational and time management skills

  8. Genuine passion for health and wellbeing, and alignment with organisational values.

  9. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills in cross-cultural environments and ability to write reports and case notes effectively.

  10. Demonstrated computer literacy skills, including competency in the use of MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

  11. Ability to work independently and within a small team environment.

    • Experience working with refugee and migrant populations in a community-based organisation.

    • Fluency in a second language, other than English.

    • Experience working with interpreters.

    • Some understanding of trauma informed practice and the effects of complex trauma, and relevant legal requirements that apply, including child protection and mandatory reporting.

    • Full unrestricted working rights in Australia.

    • Current WA police clearance dated within the last 12 months.

    • A current Driver's Licence and own a road-worthy, insured vehicle.

    • Current WA Working with Children’s Check. Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

    • Cultural Diversity: We value and embrace cultural diversity among both our staff and clients.

    • Excellent Work-Life Balance in a Supportive Environment:

    • Salary Packaging: Up to $15,899 annually, allowing you to pay approved expenses from your salary before tax, reducing your taxable income and increasing your take-home pay.

    • Employee Wellness Allowance: $500 (Pro-Rata).

    • Annual Leave: Four weeks of annual leave with an additional 17.5% leave loading.

    • Learning and Development: Opportunities for growth, professional development, and career advancement.

    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support services.

    • External Supervision: Available for social workers and counsellors to support their professional practice.

    • Free Parking: Convenient parking at no cost to employees.

Being female is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement for this position under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 - Section 34 Exemptions. This allows for the exclusive employment of women in a women-specific service. We are an LGBTQIA+ friendly service and encourage women of all ethnicities and abilities to apply.

How to Apply

Closing date for applications is Monday 28/07/2025 (9am)

Please send the following documents and any enquiries about the position can be directed to Rehab Ahmed – Operations Manager rehab@ishar.org.au or 0439 958 184. 

  • A cover letter including a brief statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages). 

  • A current resume including 2 recent professional referees (Please provide the details of two referees. One of them must be your most recent supervisor or manager from your last job).

  • Photocopies of relevant qualifications. 

  • Police Clearance certificate dated within the last year.

  • A current Driver’s Licence.

  • Current WA Working with Children’s Check.

 No applications from recruitment agents will be considered. 

Chloe Trompetter