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A$75,827.00/yr - A$92,155.00/yr
About Us
At Safe Places, it’s all about the young people.
Each child is unique with their own story. So, we tailor care plans and personalise their living environment, surrounded by a carefully selected team of youth workers.
Established in 2006 as a non-profit in Queensland, we've cared for over 2000 young people. Our philosophy revolves around providing care, support, affection, and hope to young people in our community. We're expanding rapidly and seeking talented team members who share our values and wish to join our community for mutual success.
About the Role
We are looking for passionate Youth Workers to work directly with young people who are vulnerable and in need of assistance.
Our Youth Workers are the positive influence in their lives to help them build life skills, healthy attachments, and work through challenges and tough times together. The ultimate outcome is guiding them to live a fulfilled and independent life.
This role is for permanent employment offering 24-hour care for our Young People within a residential setting. The rosters comprise of overnight stays and therefore shifts are spread across a two-week period.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Building a strong connection and trust with young people, acting as a role model with residential house duties.
* Navigate through their personal challenges, providing both emotional & professional support in collaboration with the team of Youth Workers, Case Managers, and other relevant community services.
* Help engage in post-crisis support functions to better support young people with complex needs and behaviours.
About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have:
* Demonstrated ability to openly engage and build trust with young people from diverse backgrounds.
* Implement strategies and tactics to mentor and teach our youth necessary life skills.
* Maintain a strong will and resilience to bounce back from tough situations
* Flexibility and commitment to work 5 x 24-hour shifts per fortnight
* Recent experience working with young people in an out of home environment
* Hold and Maintain a full Australian Driver's Licence
* Qld Blue Card - Working with Children Check
* Hold a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or equivalent.
* Applicants must be eligible to live and work in Australia.
Due to the trauma sensitive nature of work, we require our inductee Youth Workers to successfully complete the Induction Program before they can be assigned to a young person. As such, employment offers are made on a casual basis and following the successful completion of the Induction Program, permanent, full-time offers are made. Candidates will need to be available to attend the Induction Program which takes approximately 3 weeks.
Why Choose Safe Places?
At Safe Places, we understand that our team is the cornerstone of our success. That's why we aim to create a team where everyone works together and helps each other grow. Here are some of the benefits of choosing Safe Places:
* Above-award guaranteed weekly income that improves financial stability.
* Annual anniversary bonuses (up to $5000 based on number of years of service).
* Rewards and recognition system that appreciates and celebrates your achievements.
* Access to discounts and cashbacks at hundreds of retailers across Australia.
* 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading and annual bonuses
* Generous salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
* On-call support during shifts.
* 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program.
Investing in your success:
* Full support for career progression studies.
* Career progression opportunities
Working at Safe Places
In the heart of Safe Places, a blend of Unity, Support, Responsiveness, Passion, and Professionalism is what defines us. When you become part of our team, you’re part of a community that prioritises integrity and professionalism and celebrates diversity. In all we do, we aim to foster an atmosphere of respect, collaboration, and mutual advancement, dedicated to impacting the lives of vulnerable young Australians.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and take pride in being an inclusive employer.
Travel around the Townsville region will be essential for this role.
But here’s the best part: smiles, breakthroughs, and connections – priceless rewards for your dedication. If meaningful work, a supportive team, and making a real difference speak to you, then Safe Places might be the perfect fit for you. Come and join us.
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