Youth Support Specialist

4 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia YMCA Full time

The Y Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation with leading services in schools, childcare, fitness, housing, hospitality, youth recreation and community programs.

We are a vibrant, active community organisation, seeking to make a positive difference by providing each and every person with the opportunity to be healthy, happy and connected.

About the Role

As a Relief Youth Worker, this role involves actively supporting teachers and students in the planning, delivery and enhancement of academic learning, wellbeing and vocational programs.

This position plays 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.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the delivery of pastoral care and community development programs 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.
  • Form intentional relationships with young people to support their strengths, passions, interests and unmet needs.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Certificate IV or above in Youth Work, Community Services or other relevant qualification.
  • A Positive Notice Blue Card, or be willing to obtain.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with young people, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • To plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to a supportive environment.
  • A commitment to working with young people using the Strengths Approach.


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