Residential Youth Worker

3 days ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia Foundcarekids Full time
Overview

We are currently seeking applications for dedicated Youth Workers to join our team based in our Residential Houses located in Rockhampton & Yeppoon.

There are part-time and casual positions available. Casuals can earn up to $48 per hour depending on experience and qualifications, with penalty rates as high as $100 per hour on public holidays. Part-time positions provide leave entitlements, guaranteed hours and a consistent roster, in addition to salary packaging; night, weekend and public holiday penalties also apply.

About the role

Our team provides young people with support in a homely and welcoming residential care setting. This role directly supports the day-to-day routine of young people, providing quality, safe care and guidance within their living environment and the community. You will be working within a team of Youth Workers and will be responsible for ensuring that the young people are safe and that their welfare and wellbeing needs are met, while working towards planned goals and independence.

You will be working with young people with a range of developmental, behavioural, and psychological needs. Your role will involve day-to-day coaching, mentoring, training and modelling to build life skills, support positive decision making, access opportunities and achieve life and plan goals.

About you

To be successful in this role it is preferred that you can demonstrate knowledge and experience relevant to working alongside young people in residential and/or youth programs, together with:

  • Knowledge and experience working with young people with cognitive, social, developmental and behavioural needs
  • Experience of working with Indigenous and culturally diverse families and communities
  • Experience in engagement, assessment and intervention with children and relevant stakeholders
  • Demonstrated commitment to achieving positive outcomes for young people using a valuing and strengths-based approach
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including debriefing, conflict resolution, negotiation, mediation, public speaking, promotional communication and reporting writing
The Youth Worker will
  • Have a Cert IV Child, Youth & Family Intervention (Residential Care); or
  • Be willing to enrol in a Cert IV Child, Youth & Family Intervention (Residential Care); or
  • Have another recognised qualification in Community, Youth Work or Human Services or relevant diploma or tertiary qualification
    • Have or be willing to enrol in Hope & Healing Training
    • Have, or be willing to obtain, a current First Aid and CPR certificate

Please note appointment to this role is subject to obtaining the following compulsory screening checks:

  • National Police Check
  • Blue Card
  • LCS Suitability Check
What we can offer you

At Foundations Care you'll be able to access a range of benefits:

  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities including Hope and Healing Certificate
  • Flexible working and family-friendly environment
  • Professional supervision and support
  • Employee Assistance Program
Enquiries

If you require any further information about the role, please contact our Human Resources & Support team.

How to apply

Please click APPLY NOW and include in your application a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.

Foundations Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from First Nations people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately and the position may close earlier than stated if a suitable candidate has been found in that time.

We thank you in advance for your time; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.


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