Youth Worker

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia PCYC Queensland Full time $50,000 - $70,000 per year

We are currently seeking passionate and keen Youth Worker to join our PCYC Cairns Youth Club. If you are enthusiastic and have a gusto for increasing youth involvement in programs and events, then we want you

What we can offer

  • In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per annum tax free. This will allow you to take home more of your income before it is taxed
  • Free PCYC gym membership
  • 15% discount on PCYC services such as Fun Squad, Gymnastics and Little n Active
  • Volunteer day every year
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Access to our online learning management system and facilitated programs, such as our Leadership Development Program – Your career progression is important to us
  • Access to our corporate health plan with HCF, offering very competitive and comprehensive health insurance products

Your New Role

Reporting to the Youth Club Manager, you will be one of our many valuable Youth Workers implementing programs and activities that promote participation of young people and surrounding communities. This position cultivates positive outcomes and opportunities both personally and as a community. We're committed to fostering a supportive, respectful, and positive atmosphere where everyone is welcome. Every interaction with our members is designed to contribute to their sense of belonging and growth. By joining us, you'll play a crucial role in directly influencing positive change in your community. If this sounds like you, Click 'apply' to be taken directly to our PCYC careers page to download the Position Description obtain more information.

About You

  • Minimum Certificate III in youth work, community development/welfare, human services or related discipline or equivalent level of experience in social and community sector
  • Experience in undertaking youth related activities
  • Hold a light rigid driver's licence and a Restricted Drivers' Authority (or ability to obtain)
  • Hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate (or able to obtain)

Please note: Working With Children Check (Blue Card) No Card, No Start and Restricted Person legislation applies. All PCYC employees are required to complete a National Police Check upon commencement.

PCYC is committed to achieving and supporting a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as well as people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

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