Youth Worker Relief Vocational School, Ipswich

**YMCA Vocational Schools** provide adjusted education programs and vocational training to secondary students, who would benefit from an alternative learning environment. With campuses across Brisbane, the school supports students in their journey to employment. Students participate in programs dedicated to enhancing practical and personal skills, at a pace that encourages school attendance, engagement and confidence.

We believe in the power of inspired young people. The YMCA Vocational Schools draw on our fundamental values of honesty, responsibility, respect and care, to create a nurturing learning environment to support our students prepare for the future.

The school mission is to positively engage young people in education and **lifelong learning, empowering them** to become well rounded, confident and healthy human beings.

**We have multiple campuses based in Logan, North Lakes, Redlands, Ipswich, Parkinson and Acacia Ridge.**

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

We are now recruiting for **casual relief Youth Workers **to join our dedicated and supportive **YMCA Vocational School at our Junior Ipswich campus.**

Your role as a **Relief Youth Worker (Classroom)** is critical to the operation of our Campuses. The major tasks associated with the role include:

- Travelling between the 2 campuses to support teachers in their delivery of academic and wellbeing programs to students. Plan and deliver 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 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 the school policies and practice

**THE PERSON**

The ideal applicant will be looking for a challenge, have a passion for working with young people, a strong interest in the development of the holistic person, a personal interest in health, spirituality and personal well-being.

They will also have a commitment to a client-centred approach, creative and innovative youth work practice and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

**Selection Criteria**
- Hold a Certificate III or higher in Youth Work, Community Services or other relevant qualification
- Ability to communicate effectively with young people including the use of appropriate interpersonal skills and the ability 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
- Work successfully in a small team and within the Y-Care philosophy & ethos to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational, vocational social and emotional outcomes
- Be able to demonstrate the importance of following procedures and ensuring a safe environment at all times
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate

**BENEFITS**

YMCA also offers an excellent employee benefits program which includes:

- Free YMCA Gym Membership
- Discounted accommodation rates at the George Williams Hotel
- Discounted rates at our childcare facilities
- Discounted rate on health care through; Medibank Private
- A range of online benefits through our online employee discounts and benefits program

**APPLICATIONS**

To apply, please click the **'APPLY'** button and submit your resume (including details of three (3) referees) and a covering letter detailing how your experience meets the selection criteria

**Our Commitment**

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

**Salary**: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Salary packaging

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bundamba, QLD 4304: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Do you hold a Certificate III or higher in Youth Work, Human Services or similar?

**Experience**:

- Youth work: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: One location