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This online course is tailored specifically for youth work professionals aiming to enhance their proficiency in writing comprehensive and impactful case notes. By enrolling in this course, professionals will deepen their understanding of their own capabilities and acquire the skills needed to produce high-quality case notes. The course content is framed by youth workers, drawing from extensive research and incorporating best practice-based strategies for documenting client interactions in diverse youth services contexts.
This course is designed specifically for professionals like you who are committed to understanding and addressing the complex issue of addiction among young people. This introductory training program will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to provide effective support and guidance to young people struggling with addiction.
Teacher of month Aaron Garth Course Coordinator – PhD Candidate – Master of Social Work – Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) – Bachelor of Social Science (Youth Work) Aaron has been a teacher in the VET space and a Lecturer in Higher Education for over a decade. Teacher Courses: Supporting Young People Experiencing Dual Diagnosis […]
Be a part of the network As a youth worker, your job is to provide support, guidance, and opportunities for young people to reach their full potential. You are a sherpa, helping to guide in the journey. In order to be effective in this journey, you need to stay up-to-date with the latest research, tools, […]
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving world, the role of a youth worker is more vital than ever. As dedicated professionals you play a crucial role in empowering young people, supporting their development, and guiding them towards a bright future. Recognising the need for continuous growth and professional development, Ultimate Youth Worker, is thrilled to announce […]
In todays episode of the Ultimate Youth Worker Podcast, “Thinking Critically About Youth Work: Part Two”, Aaron continues to speak with Dr. Brian Belton about the need for youth workers to be critically reflective about who we are as professionals.
In todays episode of the Ultimate Youth Worker Podcast, “Thinking Critically About Youth Work: Part One”, Aaron speaks with Dr. Brian Belton about the need for youth workers to be critically reflective about who we are as professionals.
Over the years we have had some really great deep web chats with Brian, but this is the first face-to-face!! I mean he lives in the UK and Aaron is here in Australia! Critically thinking about youth work is something that both Brian and Aaron are very passionate about and we hope these two podcast sessions help you to re-think what you thought you knew about youth work.
One of the areas of knowledge and skills that a youth worker must hold is to “work with the young person as the focus”.
In todays episode of the Ultimate Youth Worker Podcast, “Listen to Engage”, Aaron speaks to us about the need for youth workers to listen respectfully to their young people. On of the keys to developing respectful engagement with our young people is the skill of listening to gain understanding of how they view their experiences.