The current average salary of a youth worker is $53, 300 - 67, 600 per annum
Overview
Youth workers provide advocacy and serve as a role model for teenagers and children, within a youth centre or program. Employment for youth workers to 2022 is expected to grow very strongly. It is likely there will be around 40,000 job openings in this time. This is a very large sector (52, 300 in 2017).
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Key skills
Youth workers strive to build sustainable, therapeutic relationships with disadvantaged or at risk youth. They must be sensitive to cultural and individual differences and needs.
- Interview mentees and assess their difficulties and the extent of their needs
- Supervise children and keep them safe
- Understand regulations and ensure they are adhered to consistently
- Maintain paperwork concerning clients, their wellbeing and the services they are being provided
- Keep workplace and facilities hygenic and orderly
- Create and organise group activities