Time left to apply End Date: July 11, 2025 (28 days left to apply)
job requisition id JR104320
Casual role | 24x7 rotating shift roster, including weekends and overnight shifts
Salary: $ 47.79 per hour + Super + penalty rates
Variety of shifts available, working 2-3 days per week
Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose .
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives? The Townsville Youth Foyer in Pimlico offers integrated learning and accommodation for at-risk young people aged 16-25. With 40 furnished one-bedroom units, participants can stay up to 24 months while working towards their goals in education, employment, health, social connections, civic participation, and housing.
As a Youth Connect Worker will support young people (residents) and all Foyer staff in the day-to-day running of the Townsville Youth Foyer.
This role operates 24/7 on a 2-week rotating roster, with shifts including mornings (7 am–3 pm), afternoons (3 pm–11 pm), and overnight (11 pm–7 am). Casual rates apply, plus additional shift penalties for afternoons, nights, and weekends, offering excellent earning potential and flexibility.
Successful candidates must be able to commit to all shift times and demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced, youth-focused environment.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Support the team in the delivery of the Youth Foyer programs.
Provide mentoring and support for Young People utilising the Advantage Thinking Framework.
Provide after-hours health and wellbeing support for the residents.
Create and encourage a welcoming environment at The Foyer that is culturally safe and inclusive of everyone.
Assist other team members as required including providing relief duties when needed.
Providing support with events and group activities such as life skills.
Perform various administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the service.
Requirements for Success:
Previous experience working with young people and/or homelessness.
Understanding of the challenges young people face with housing in Townsville.
Ability to build strong relationships with young people and key stakeholders.
Experience in creating and maintaining clear and detailed case notes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Ability to collaborate well with the team and seek ways to improve work practices.
Willing to work weekends and after hours to deliver programs and services for young people on a rostered basis.
Current Queensland Drivers Licence.
Valid QLD Blue Card and First Aid certificate.
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Rewarding work – every day you know you're making a real difference
Casual pay rate and additional shift penalty rates
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you're skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au
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Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you.
About Us
Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive.
Since 1859, we've been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact.
Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration.
We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services.
Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more.
Mission Australia believes a person's circumstances shouldn't define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential.
That's why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves.
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