Casual Classroom Youth Worker

4 days ago

Victoria Point, Australia YMCA Brisbane Full time

**The YMCA Vocational School **is a multi-campus educational community with locations in Logan, North Lakes, Bundaberg, Redlands, Ipswich, Acacia Ridge and Parkinson. The School is a Special Assistance School offering alternative schooling programs to assist disengaged students in having the opportunity to reach their full potential through positive educational studies, activities and outcomes.

We are now recruiting a **Youth Worker (Classroom)** on a **casual** basis to join our **Redlands Senior Campus** located in **Victoria Point, QLD.**

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

The role of a **Youth Worker (Classroom)** is to support teachers in the delivery of academic and wellbeing programs to students.

Key responsibilities of the role includes:

- Coordinating the delivery of the school’s pastoral care and community development program so that student wellbeing needs and attendance targets are met
- Planning and leading wellbeing programs for students
- Supporting the delivery of vocational training programs offered to students
- Assisting in delivery of associated programs, services and events offered to young people through the operation of the campus
- Forming intentional relationships with young people so that their strengths, passions, interests and unmet needs can be supported appropriately through the operation of the school
- Supporting case management of identified students in line with school policies and practice

**SELECTION CRITERIA**

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.

To be successful in the role, you will meet the following criteria:

- 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
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy and prior experience using a range of MS Office software
- Hold a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check)

**REMUNERATION & BENEFITS**

In addition, The YMCA offers many employee benefits including:

- Free YMCA gym membership
- Discounted rates at our childcare facilities
- Discounted rate on selected health care through Medibank Private
- Discounted accommodation rates at the George Williams Hotel
- 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 and a cover 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.

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