Youth Worker

2 weeks ago

Acacia Ridge, Australia YMCA Brisbane Full time

With a mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities, YMCA Queensland has been at the forefront of creating positive impact in the lives of people across the region since 1864.

The organisation offers a diverse range of community-focused programs and services including fitness and recreation, youth development initiatives, community outreach efforts and education services catering to individuals from early learning through to high school graduation.

Committed to inclusivity, diversity and social responsibility, YMCA Queensland is a dynamic force for positive change.

Driven by our core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility, we believe in creating a workplace culture that reflects these principles, fostering an environment where individuals can thrive personally and professionally.

Y Schools Queensland now operates ten campuses across the state that are all dedicated to empowering young minds, cultivating resilience and fostering a sense of community. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive academically, socially and emotionally while shaping positive and purposeful futures as young adults.

Y Schools Queensland is seeking a passionate and experienced Youth Worker to join our **Junior Brisbane South Campus** based at** Parkinson** on a **Full-Time basis.**

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

This role is based in the classroom and involves actively supporting teachers and students in the planning, delivery and enhancement of academic learning, wellbeing and vocational programs.

Additionally, you will play a vital role in the support, case management and mentorship of disengaged students, fostering intentional relationships to identify and address their strengths, passions, interests and unmet needs.
- Coordinate the delivery of the school’s pastoral care and community development program so that student wellbeing needs and attendance targets are met
- Plan and lead wellbeing programs to 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 so that their strengths, passions, interests and unmet needs can be supported appropriately through the operation of the school
- Support and case management of identified students in line with school policies and practice

**SELECTION CRITERIA**

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 in the knowledge that your guidance can impact young people to recognise their true value in a holistic sense and gain fulfilment from seeing them grow into young, empowered adults.
- Hold a Certificate III or above in Youth Work, Community Services or other relevant qualification
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with young people including the ability to communicate appropriately with young people and their families from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Ability and commitment to working with young people using the Strengths Approach and ability to demonstrate non-judgmental, empathic framework
- Be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy and prior experience using a range of office software including Word and Excel
- Hold a Positive Notice Blue Card, or be willing to obtain

**WHY THE Y?**

At YMCA Queensland, we offer you more than just a job; we promise you a purposeful and fulfilling career where together we create a brighter, healthier future for our communities. If you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to become a part of something inspiring.

In addition to working in a truly inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated, we also offer the following perks:

- Add to your take-home pay with salary packaging of up to $15,900 per annum plus meal and entertainment salary packaging up to $2,600
- Free YMCA gym membership with no additional cost to attend a wide range of classes, including yoga, boxing, HIIT and more
- Discounted rates at our childcare facilities, with a network of almost 60 centres across Queensland
- How about a staycation? Receive discounted rates at the George Williams Hotel in Brisbane CBD
- Enjoy discounted rates on selected healthcare through Medibank Private
- Free online counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family through the Y’s Employee Assistance Program
- Exclusive rates, discounts and lifestyle benefits through our Workplace Banking partnership with Commbank
- Subsidised car parking when based at the Fortitude Valley office

**APPLICATIONS**

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for supporting young people's growth, education and wellbeing, we encourage you to apply. To express your interest in this

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