Youth Worker

13 hours ago

Gatton Queensland Australia Well Life Services Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Are you passionate about empowering young people and making a meaningful impact in their lives?

Join Well Life Services, a values-driven organisation dedicated to fostering growth, wellbeing, and opportunity for every individual we support.

Our Mission

We partner with children, young people, and their communities to deliver personalized, inclusive, and therapeutic care. We empower every young person to be valued, heard, and supported in leading their own life, through the provision of allied health, youth residential, support coordination and lifestyle support services.

Our team is united by our commitment to:

Respect: We honour the dignity and unique strengths of every young person.

Transparency: We communicate openly and honestly, building trust with those we serve.

Celebration: We recognise and celebrate achievements, big and small.

Inclusion: We embrace diversity and ensure everyone feels welcome and valued.

Courage: We stand up for what's right and support young people through challenges with resilience and compassion

As a Youth Worker, you will:

  • Provide respectful, person-centred care and support to young people in residential settings.
  • Implement transparent care plans and therapeutic programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Encourage inclusion through community access, recreational activities, and everyday learning.
  • Model courageous and positive behaviours, promoting safety and resilience.
  • Collaborate with families, caseworkers, and multidisciplinary teams to celebrate progress and overcome challenges.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and legislative compliance.

Location

We are currently seeking Youth Workers for the Laidley area. Please note that while your primary location will be Laidley, there may be times when you are required to work in Toowoomba.

What We Offer

  • Casual and permanent part-time positions
  • Consistent rosters with sleepover shifts
  • Ongoing internal training and career development
  • Supportive, inclusive team culture and on-call assistance
  • Access to EAP and QLeave long service leave
  • The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people

About You

  • Experienced in supporting young people with complex behaviours and trauma
  • Empathetic, patient, and emotionally resilient
  • Confident working independently and collaboratively
  • An effective communicator who values transparency and respect
  • Passionate about achieving positive outcomes and celebrating success
  • Adaptable, courageous, and able to thrive in dynamic environments

Requirements

  • Certificate IV or higher in Youth Work, Child & Family Intervention, Community Services, or similar
  • Working with Children Check (Blue Card – Paid)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card – Paid)
  • Current QLD Driver's Licence (Green P accepted with approval)
  • Comprehensive car insurance and registration
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification
  • Completion or willingness to complete: Hope and Healing training, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Etrainu modules, and other relevant learning
  • Desirable: LCS2

How to Apply

If you share our values and are ready to make a difference, we invite you to apply. Well Life Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

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