Detention Youth Worker

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs Full time

As a Detention Youth Worker you will be responsible for the management, supervision, security, care and provision of services for young people in the youth detention centre.

You will be part of a system that supports young people to make positive changes.

In this role you will help young people work to a daily structure, achieve key goals, develop life skills, engage in constructive activities, and make positive life choices.

This role is rewarding and challenging and provides opportunities for career progression. We have an emphasis on work/life balance with a set rotational shiftwork roster.

Job Ad Reference:
QLD/547660/24

Closing Date:
Tuesday, 19th March 2024This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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