The Youth Worker's Role in Young People's Sexual Health: A Practice Framework.

Sexual health promotion is of primary importance for young people in Australia, especially for vulnerable and at-risk young people. The authors first identify the important role of youth workers in engaging clients proactively around a broad range of sexual health issues, and then discuss real and perceived barriers that youth workers face in meeting the sexual health needs of young people. The article presents a discussion engagement framework - the PLISSIT model - and practical examples to assist workers to improve their skills and confidence in this area.