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Youth Case Workers are assigned to individual children or teens, working one-on-one to help improve their quality of life. You’ll need advanced interpersonal skills in communication, deep listening, and counselling to build trust with your clients.
As a Youth Case Worker you could be helping your clients access social security payments, collaborating with the justice system, or just checking on their foster homes and family environment. Youth Case Workers have to keep clients files up-to-date and lodge specific documents with government departments, so you’ll need a good understanding of Australian social welfare systems.
There are 6 courses available for people who want to become a Youth Case Worker. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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A Diploma of Youth Work CHC50413 is perfect for students seeking a career supporting and mentoring young people. Students graduate with the skills and knowledge required to organise youth programs, activities, and events as well as assist youth in crisis or with mental health issues. The Diploma of Youth Work CHC50413 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
A Certificate IV in Youth Work is perfect for students seeking a career in youth work and need the skills to develop and facilitate community service programs for young people. Students learn how work within a community development framework while supporting youth to create opportunities in their own lives. The Certificate IV in Youth Work CHC40413 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
The Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) is excellent for students seeking careers as community services workers. Students begin with the foundation skills essential for maintaining personal safety while helping others. They learn how to manage personal stress, and communicate with clients from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds. Students are then able to choose electives to pursue career interests such as working with the elderly, working with children and young people, drugs and alcohol and mental health. The Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
Do you work in community service, justice, or education and need the skills and knowledge to recognise and respond to domestic violence? Try the 22510VIC - Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk. This nationally recognised short course delivers a mix of observation, communication and interpersonal skills. During your studies you will learn to recognise children and families at risk of violence then use problem solving and initiative to make referrals to relevant authorities. You’ll also gain the listening and observation skills to avoid stereotyping and colluding with perpetrators. Enquire now for the full list of learning outcomes and active course dates. Learn more.
Work in child welfare with the Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (CHC40313). This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for work in a range of community services roles helping young people and families. The course will teach you how to Identify and respond to children and young people at risk — then work collaboratively to establish a safe environment for them. Choose electives in career interest areas: mental health, domestic violence, family intervention strategies, trauma, providing residential care.Enquire now for a list of study units, the opportunities for government subsidised training, and the next intake dates. Learn more.
In Australia, a full time Youth Case Worker generally earns $1,328 per week ($69,056 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
Opportunities for Youth Case Workers in Australia are expected to grow over the next 5 years with several hundred new jobs opening up each year. Youth Case Workers are employed by community service organisations and government departments.
Source: Australian Government Job Outlook 2020
You could get started as a Youth Case Worker with a Certificate IV in Youth Work combined with the Diploma of Community Services (Case Work). The nationally recognised diploma covers all aspects of case work. You could realistically complete these qualifications in 1-2 years, volunteering in your spare time to get some real-world skills. Youth Case Workers also require a national police check and working with children clearance.
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Here are some potential career pathways within case management, child welfare, youth and family intervention and youth work. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Case Management
Youth Case Worker
$960 weekly pay
Case Manager
$1,150 weekly pay
Child Welfare, Youth and Family Intervention
Residential Care Worker
Youth Support Worker
Child Safety Officer
Family Counsellor
Family Support Worker
$1,340 weekly pay
Outreach Worker
Welfare Worker
Youth Crisis Counsellor
Youth Justice Officer
Youth Work
Youth Worker
$1,250 weekly pay
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