Detention Youth Worker

1 week ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

**As a Detention Youth Worker, you will be responsible for making sure young people are kept safe and well while they are in detention. You will be someone who:

- encourages young people to make good decisions by promoting and reinforcing positive behaviour to help them integrate back into the community.
- helps young people understand and follow the rules of the centre.
- can deliver activities that are sensitive to gender, cultural beliefs, and health needs.
- a young person can go to if they need someone to talk to
- checks on young people regularly through the day and night and makes sure they are okay.
- engages young people in constructive activities.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/631307/25

Closing Date: Monday, 12th May 2025
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