About the role:
Are you a passionate Youth Worker seeking to join an experienced organisation providing innovative care and exceptional outcomes to children and young people in out-of-home care?
The Youth Worker is responsible for providing young people and young adults with support that is in line with the young people's goals, case plans, and transitions to adulthood planning. The Youth Worker will assist young people to live independently in their place of residence.
This role directly supports the day-to-day routine of young people, providing quality, safe care and guidance within their living environment and the community.
This role directly supports the day-to-day routine of young people, providing quality, safe care and guidance within a Supported Independent Living (SILS) Framework, Outreach and Respite programs in Bundaberg.
Casuals can earn up to $47.16 per hour depending on experience and qualifications, with penalty rates as high as $100+ per hour on public holidays. We would also be looking to move casual positions to part time positions as the program grows.
About you:
* Demonstrated experience in developing and building positive rapport with a range of stakeholders, including community members, young people, carers, fellow staff.
* Experience in working with indigenous communities and culturally diverse people and communities.
* Understanding or direct experience in child protection or similar industry
* Knowledge of complex trauma, neglect and other factors related to why children and young people are placed in out of home care. Passion for helping Young People and driving positive outcomes
* Knowledge and experience working with young people with cognitive, social, developmental; and behavioural needs.
* Experience in the engagement, assessment and intervention with young people and relevant stakeholders
* Demonstrated commitment to achieving positive outcomes for young people using a valuing and strengths-based approach.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, including debriefing, conflict resolution, negotiation, mediation, public speaking, promotional communication and reporting writing.
The Youth Worker will:
* Undertake day to day activities that will involve coaching, mentoring, training, and modelling to build their life skills, support positive decision making, access opportunities and achieve life and plan goals
* Make linkages and build relationships and referral pathways to maintain or create a range of local support for young people that facilitates them living the life of their choosing in their own community
* Positively influence and contribute to a service and team culture that focusses on meeting the Young People's goals using evidence informed practice
* Transport and support of young people and young adults in various activities or appointments that are important to their development and growth (therefore a current drivers license is required)
Training/Qualifications
* Have a Cert IV Child, Youth & Family Intervention (or similar); or
* Be willing to enrol in a Cert IV Child, Youth & Family Intervention (or similar); or
* Have another recognised qualification in Community, Youth Work or Human Services or relevant diploma or tertiary qualification.
* Already have or be willing to enroll in Hope & Healing Training.
* Have, or be willing to obtain, a current First Aid and CPR certificate
* Demonstrate ability to work within legislation, regulations, quality and statutory standards
* Be able to work collaboratively within a team
* Have professional integrity and discretion
* Flexibility to work various shifts inc. including night and weekend shifts
Please note appointment to this role is subject to obtaining the following compulsory screening checks:
* Working with Children Check – Blue Card
* Department Screening Check
* National Police Check
What we can offer you
At Foundations Care you'll be able to access a range of benefits:
* Salary Packaging (for part time roles)
* Flexible working and family friendly environment
* Professional supervision and support
* Employee Assistance Program
Enquiries -If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require any further information about the role, please contact our Human Resources & Support team at
How to apply:
Please click APPLY NOW and include in your application a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.
Foundations Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from First Nations people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately and the position may close earlier than stated if a suitable candidate has been found in that time.
We thank you in advance for your time, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.