Add expected salary to your profile for insightsAbout us:At Anglicare SQ, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, we exist for individuals of all life stages who may be experiencing challenges or entering a new phase of life. Our skilled staff deliver a breadth of care-based services, across a vast geographic footprint, and in many types of locations.Our Out of Home Care services offer a variety of child protection, youth justice, outreach, family intervention and family support services. We are on the lookout for suitable applicants who meet the minimum standard qualification and have relevant experience supporting others to achieve their personal goals join our team!About the Role:The overall purpose of the Youth Worker, Residential Care is to provide care and/or support to children and young people, in out of home care and/or living within at risk families. The care and support provided by Youth Workers will enhance opportunities for the young person to participate in age-appropriate activities to support development of positive self-regard, to support community inclusion, to support positive relations with family of origin and to contribute to placement stability.This role involves being the primary caregiver during shift, ensuring the safety of young people in care, and imparting essential life skills to establish a consistent routine. Collaborating with the Coordinator and Service Manager, you'll help develop trauma-informed interventions for these young individuals with complex issues.What a day in the life of a Residential Youth Worker looks like:Planning and engaging in meaningful activities with the young person.Being a vital part of a cohesive team, dedicated to helping young people achieve their personal goals.Promoting good hygiene and nutrition.Maintaining daily case notes, handling administrative tasks, and preparing incident reports.Permanent Part-Time Rates starting at $37.34 per hour (excluding allowances).Shift Times:Weekday Shift: 09:30am - 02:30pm (5 Hours)Afternoon Shift: 02:00pm - 10:30pm + overnight - 9:30am (12 Hours)Weekend Shifts: 08:00am to 11pm + overnight until 08:00am (16.5 Hours)Support Shifts: 2:00pm to 10pm (8 Hours) Times may varyCurrent positions available:Loganlea - Line D - 50.5 Hours per fortnightWeek 1 - Monday - Weekday Shift, Thursday Afternoon Shift (2:00pm Start) and Saturday Weekend ShiftWeek 2 - Monday - Weekday Shift, Thursday Afternoon Shift (2:00pm Start)Ipswich - Line H - 26.5 Hours per fortnightWeek 1 - Friday - Weekday Shift & Saturday - Weekend ShiftWeek 2 - Friday - Weekday ShiftQualifications, Credentials and Other RequirementsA Certificate IV or higher qualification in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Youth Services, Community Services, or a related fieldCurrent Blue Card (Working with Children's Check QLD)Current Licensed Care Service (LCS)Completion of Hope and Healing Framework trainingCurrent Queensland Drivers LicenceThe ability to provide two recent referees of supervisorsAvailability to work - day, evening and weekend shifts, including sleepovers or awake shifts is essential for current needs. Availability to work 5 out of 7 days a week inclusive of every second weekend.About You:Ability to engage children and youth in purposeful activities to enhance life skills.Proactive communicator and relationship builder with others from diverse backgrounds.Utilize trauma-informed approach in understanding child development and behaviour.Capability to recognize the role of family dynamics, particularly in child protection contextsSupportive of youth in activities and foster independent living skillsEffectively Contributor to team outcomesAbility to operate autonomously while seeking guidance as neededAble Respond to crises flexibly, considering risk and complianceUnderstand of provision of care in accordance with the Child Protection Act 1999Join a respected Not For Profit and make a real impact in your role to assist Queenslanders in need.Salary Packaging - get up to $15,900 of your salary tax free to pay for items such as Rent, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Utilities, School Tuition and more.In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, venue hire, holiday accommodation etc.)Enjoy the potential tax savings of a Novated Car Lease.Employee Discounts at some of Australia's leading retailers.6% Bupa Health Insurance Discount.Referral App - Earn real $$$ for sharing jobs to your network and potentially earn up to $300 per referred successful starter.Career Opportunities - join a company who aim to promote from within to fill new roles with our internal-only Job Board.Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.Pastoral Care Support & Employee Assistance Programs.Free annual Flu vaccinations.Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing on-going care and protection.What happens now?Apply now by sending us your current resume, cover letter and answering a few simple screening questions.We want to ensure all applicants have the opportunity to present their best selves, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or require further information please contact:Jasmine Kumar on 07 3838 7508Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we reserve the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date and/or close this advertisement early if a suitable applicant/s is selected.Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Assessment that requires disclosure of pre-existing injuries, illnesses or conditions that could reasonably be aggravated by performing the duties of this position.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Community Services & Development 1,001-5,000 employeesFor over 150 years, Anglicare has been providing care, support, and advocacy for Queenslanders in need. Our mission is to serve with compassion, to help create dignity, and respect, creating a more loving, just, and inclusive society.With services spanning aged care, youth support, family support, foster care, housing & homelessness services and counselling, we’re committed to making a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities across the state. With more than 3,500 staff and 600 volunteers, we provide essential services that empower people and strengthen communities.For over 150 years, Anglicare has been providing care, support, and advocacy for Queenslanders in need. Our mission is to serve with compassion, to help create dignity, and respect, creating a more loving, just, and inclusive society.With services spanning aged care, youth support, family support, foster care, housing & homelessness services and counselling, we’re committed to making a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities across the state. With more than 3,500 staff and 600 volunteers, we provide essential services that empower people and strengthen communities.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsForensic Disability Support Worker - WacolCentacare Community Services7d agoResidential Care Youth WorkerConnect Community Workforce Specialists PTY LTD
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