Youth Worker

1 day ago

Redbank Plains QLD, Australia Hope & Care Community Services Full time

The Role

Seeking passionate and empathetic Youth Workers for positions in the Ipswich region who are dedicated to changing young people's lives. As a Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and caring home environment. By providing support in their daily lives, you will help them develop practical and social skills while serving as a role model to prepare them for adulthood. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and have a strong desire to empower youth, this is the perfect opportunity for you

Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Mentor and teach young people essential life skills.
  • Build rapport and trust, acting as a positive and reliable role model
  • Maintain resilience to overcome challenging behaviour
  • Guide young people towards positive behaviors using redirection and negotiation techniques.
  • Form nurturing relationships through active engagement.
  • Ensure the young person's essential needs are met, including a balanced diet, hygiene prompts, school support, and positive life experiences.
  • Promote independent living skills, such as cooking, budgeting, shopping, and household maintenance.
  • Engage young people in activities aimed at developing life skills and self-worth.
  • Support children/young people in building their capacity to be a part of their community
  • Maintain a clean and safe home environment.

Requirements:

  • Holds a Certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services, or a relevant qualification (or be currently working towards it).
  • Demonstrates the ability to implement strategies and tactics to de-escalate challenging behaviors.
  • Has expertise in engaging
  • Holds a driver's license and has access to a vehicle
  • Has a Working With Children Check / Blue Card.
  • Is available to work all shifts, including mornings, afternoons, and nights.

Benefits:

  • Casual role with consistent, flexible hours.
  • Comprehensive training programs.
  • Mentoring, training, and development from experienced professionals.
  • 24/7 support available.
  • Opportunities for career growth and progression
  • An inclusive and welcoming team, culture, and environment.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you want to make a difference in the lives of our most vulnerable young people, this is the job for you.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $35.15 – $43.23 per hour

Benefits:

  • Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

  • Have you completed your Hope & Healing Certificate?

Licence/Certification:

  • Working with Children Check (Preferred)
  • Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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