Youth Support Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Logan City, Australia Education Full time

**About the Department**:
The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

**About the Role**:
As the Beenleigh State High School Youth Support Co-ordinator, Identified, your responsibilities include:

- Identify barriers to young people achieving outcomes and referral to appropriate support services.
- Maintain records of student contact on a daily basis.
- Support students to achieve satisfactory learning outcomes.
- Develop and monitor post program support as required to meet program performance criteria.
- Develop and foster relationships between the school and families of students to assist at risk students to remain engaged with education or training.
- Conduct home visits with students and their families, as appropriate, to advise and provide strategies for a more positive educational experience.
- Be part of the professional team working with the school and the community and liaise with students, teachers, parents, guidance officers, special needs teacher, administrative officers, officers of welfare agencies and other government departments.
- Monitor attendance patterns of students or groups of students and, in accordance with the school's attendance plan, implement early intervention strategies.
- Inform and educate parents, community members and students on relevant issues that may be impacting student engagement.
- Develop and implement programs to support social and emotional wellbeing as required e.g. addressing social skills, assertiveness or self esteem.

**Mandatory Requirements for and Identified Role**:
It is a genuine occupational requirement for Identified roles that the position be filled by an Aboriginal person or a Torres Strait Islander person as set out in Section 7 of the Anti Discrimination Act 1991 for the purposes contained in Section 25 of that Act.
Verification of Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Island heritage
For administrative purposes, in relation to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a person who identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is either:

- of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- accepted as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community in which he or she lives.

By definition a person who is not an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cannot be employed (on any basis) to perform the duties of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role.
Applicants to this position may have to provide confirmation of their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. Requesting proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage from applicants helps to make sure that this intention is honoured.

**To Apply**:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

  • Youth Worker Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia Southern Cross Support Services Full time

    Job DescriptionThe role of a Youth Worker is to provide support and guidance to young people in residential placements and the community.Safety and Well-beingBuilding RelationshipsHealth and Lifestyle ChoicesOutreach SupportCaregivingLife Skills DevelopmentResponsibilitiesBe a positive role model, allowing children to feel safe and build resilience.Support...

  • Youth Support Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Logan City, Australia PCYC Queensland Full time

    We are currently seeking passionate and keen **Youth Support Worker** to join our PCYC Logan Youth Club in our Project Booyah initiative. If you are enthusiastic and have a gusto for increasing youth involvement in programs and events, then we want you! **What we can offer** - In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging...

  • Youth Support Worker Lead

    7 days ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia Family Centered Support Services Full time

    Family Centered Support Services is a leading provider of care and support services to Children and Young People living in Out-of-Home Care.We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Youth Worker/Team Member to join our team.As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to Children and Young People...

  • Youth Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Logan City, Australia Southern Cross Support Services Full time

    Ongoing learning and development - Flexibility of a casual roster - work life balance - Supportive and passionate team At Southern Cross Support Services (SCSS), we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to young people in residential placements and within the community. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering...

  • Youth Support Officer

    1 week ago

    Logan City, Australia PCYC Queensland Full time

    We are currently seeking passionate and keen **Youth Support Worker** to join our PCYC Logan Youth Club in our Project Booyah initiative. If you are enthusiastic and have a gusto for increasing youth involvement in programs and events, then we want you! **What we can offer** - In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging...

  • Support Services Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia Family Centered Support Services Full time

    At Family Centered Support Services, we are committed to providing high-quality care and support to Children and Young People living in Out-of-Home Care.We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Youth Worker/Team Member.The successful applicant will play a vital role in supporting the daily care of Children and Young People...

  • Youth Support Coordinator, Flagstone State

    1 week ago

    Logan City, Australia Education Full time

    **About the School**: Our statement of purpose acknowledges the importance of success in creating a love of learning for each student. For our students, success comes in academic pursuits, on the sporting fields, in cultural endeavours and in vocational opportunities and is different for each of our students. Our job as teachers is to help every student move...

  • Team Leader

    6 days ago

    Logan City, Australia Youth Justice Full time

    **As Team Leader, you will specifically**: - Provide supervision to staff in the use of evidenced based skills and processes associated with reductions in re-offending (including use of the case management framework, use of risk assessment tool, and providing targeted interventions including collaborative problem solving, pro-social modelling, cognitive...

  • Care Practioner Youth Support

    4 weeks ago

    Logan City, Australia Edmen Community Staffing Solutions Full time

    Competitive hourly rates - Ongoing work flexibility or multiple pathways to permanent work - Weekly pay! **Care Practioners Residential Youth Support - BRISBANE South** **Do you want to make a difference, on your terms?** Edmen Community is one of Australia’s leading staffing agencies for Disability Support Workers and Residential Youth Workers. We work...

  • Court Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Logan City, Australia Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs Full time

    **The Court Coordinator key responsibilities are**: - Undertake comprehensive pre-court preparation in accordance with procedures and court quality benchmarks including conducting and assisting others to conduct the necessary pre-court interviews. - Conduct assessments of risk factors, identify early intervention opportunities, make appropriate referrals...

  • Youth Intervention Coordinator

    16 hours ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia Aruma Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesBuild meaningful connections with youth through mentorship, guidance, and support.Implement engaging programs that promote personal growth, creativity, and confidence in young individuals.Provide emotional support and a listening ear to help young people navigate challenges and build trusting relationships.Collaborate with the team to...

  • Child and Youth Intervention Specialist

    7 days ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia Family Centered Support Services Full time

    Are you passionate about working with Children and Young People and making a positive impact in their lives?We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Youth Worker/Team Member to join our team at Family Centered Support Services.As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to Children and Young...

  • Youth Program Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia Kaizer Community Full time

    Company OverviewKaizer Community is a specialist organization that focuses on delivering high-quality youth work services across the South East QLD region.We are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children and young people, and we believe that our team members play a vital role in achieving this goal.

  • Court Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Logan City, Australia Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs Full time

    **Key responsibilities**: - Undertake comprehensive pre-court preparation in accordance with procedures and court quality benchmarks including conducting and assisting others to conduct the necessary pre-court interviews. Conduct assessments of risk factors, identify early intervention opportunities, make appropriate referrals and consider written material...

  • Youth and Family Services Coordinator

    4 days ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia YMCA Brisbane Full time

    We are looking for a highly skilled and compassionate Youth and Family Services Coordinator to join our team at YMCA Brisbane. As an OSHC Educator, you will be responsible for the care of children before school, after school, and during school holiday periods.The successful candidate will have a Certificate, Diploma or Bachelor degree in the field of...

  • Administration Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Logan City, Australia Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs Full time

    **The Administration Officer key responsibilities are**: - Provide timely, high-quality advice and support to Youth Justice in relation to financial, human and physical resources and activities. Provide support and on-the-job mentoring to A02 administrative staff and trainees. Provide administrative coordination and support in relation to Youth Justice...

  • Youth Support Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Logan City, Australia Education Full time

    **About the Department**: The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making...

  • Adventure Intervention Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Logan City, Australia Youth Justice Full time

    Technical/Role Specific Capabilities Qualifications are not mandatory but skills and experience in the following will be an advantage: - Current instructor level accreditation in two outdoor activities. - Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation or equivalent. - Certificate IV in Work Place Training and Assessment. - Certificate IV in Youth Justice. Successful...

  • Outreach Support Associate

    1 week ago

    Logan City, Queensland, Australia Southern Cross Support Services Full time

    As a Youth Worker at Southern Cross Support Services, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care and support to young people. Your responsibilities will include being a positive role model, building trusting connections, and advocating for the needs of young people.

  • Youth Program Coordinator

    1 day ago

    City Of Kwinana, Australia Kwinana Full time

    Expression of Interest - The Zone Youth SpaceWe are seeking a skilled and passionate Youth Program Coordinator to join our team at the Zone Youth Space in Kwinana. As a key member of our youth team, you will play a vital role in supporting the development, delivery, and evaluation of programs aimed at young people aged 10 to 18 years.About the RoleThe...