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Youth Worker
Overview
Youth workers guide and support youths into becoming well-adjusted, contributing members of society.
Description
- Analyse youths’ needs based on feedback.
- Collaborate with partners to develop solutions for youths.
- Conduct outreach and engagement programmes.
- Provide interventions and programmes for youths.
- Support youths in their personal, social, and educational development.
Entry requirements
- A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work is preferred. Diploma holders work as youth work associates, while NITEC holders work as youth work assistants.
- Look for traineeships on MyCareersFuture under #SGUnitedTraineeships. You may also volunteer with youth-supporting organisations to youths’ challenges.
Salary
$2,200 – 3,300
/mo
Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.
Trivia
Youth workers may work in various settings, including children’s homes, rehabilitation centres, schools, and youth centres.
What to expect
You'll engage young people and foster their all-rounded development through programmes. Be patient - meaningful work takes time to show impact.
Soft
skills
Communication
Able to speak with youths and build a rapport with them.
Youth Development
Able to foster youths’ growth with mentorship and support.
Emotional Resilience
Able to manage personal emotions and ensure professionalism on the job.
Case and Care Planning
Able to create individual structured support plans for youth needs.
Casework Intervention
Skilled in youth intervention and addressing any challenges involved.
Counselling
Ability to provide youths with emotional and psychological support.
Hard
skills
Frequently asked questions
Youth workers focus on supporting young people’s growth, while social workers have a broader job scope. Additionally, youth workers just need general qualifications, but social workers need a Bachelor’s Degree.
No, youth workers attend specialised training to gain specific knowledge, while there are no fixed requirements for volunteers.
They may work in non-profit organisations, schools, social services, and youth development programmes.
Youth workers listen attentively without interrupting or judging, demonstrating empathy and understanding of youth concerns.
They foster a supportive atmosphere that encourages open dialogue and personal growth. This helps youths feel comfortable expressing themselves.