Youth Worker

Y Schools Queensland Senior Logan Campus is recruiting a passionate Classroom Youth Worker on a Permanent Full-Time basis to join our Vocational Schools Team located in Kingston.

The ideal applicant will hold a genuine passion for assisting young people in understanding their full potential, regardless of their background or individual circumstances. You will thrive knowing that your guidance can impact young people to recognize their true value in a holistic sense and gain fulfillment from seeing them grow into young, empowered adults.

• Coordinate the delivery of the school's pastoral care and community development program to meet student wellbeing needs and attendance targets.
• Plan and lead wellbeing programs for students.
• Support the delivery of vocational training programs offered to students.
• Assist in delivering associated programs, services, and events offered to young people through the operation of the campus.
• Form intentional relationships with young people to support their strengths, passions, interests, and unmet needs through the operation of the school.
• Support and case manage identified students in line with school policies and practices.

• Hold a Certificate IV or above in Youth Work, Community Services, or other relevant qualifications.
• Hold a Positive Notice Blue Card, or be willing to obtain one.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with young people, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and their families.
• Ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies to maintain a supportive environment.
• Commitment to working with young people using the Strengths Approach and demonstrating a non-judgmental, empathic framework.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. Enjoy competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance.

• Tax-free NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment, increasing your take-home pay.
• Join a supportive, inclusive, and passionate team in an organization making a difference.
• Free gym membership, including fitness classes.
• Discounts on all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities.
• Discounted banking and loan rates.
• Discounted private health insurance with Medibank.
• Opportunities to participate in and give back to Y programs.
• Enjoy a discounted overnight stay at George William Hotel.
• Counselling Employee Assistance Program.

We are an inclusive workplace and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We all belong at the Y

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all children and young people to feel safe and be safe. As a Child Safe organization, all candidates must have or obtain a working with children check.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.

Applicants are advised that it is an offence for a person disqualified or suspended from holding a blue card to commence or continue in regulated, child-related employment.