* Collaborate to deliver high-quality care.
* Casual loading + Employee Benefits.
* Hourly rate: $38 to $41/h plus 25% loading, based on experience.
Youth Worker – Intensive Support
Churches of Christ, Children, Youth and Families: Ashmore or Daisy Hill
Casual Opportunity
Hourly Rate: $38 to $41 per hour + 25% loading, based on relevant experience.
Empower young lives with purpose and compassion.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Join Churches of Christ as a Youth Worker and be part of a team committed to inspiring and empowering children and young people in care.
As a Youth Worker,you’ll provide trauma-informed, therapeutic support to children and young people. You’ll be part of a team that believes in the power of connection, healing, and hope—working to create safe, nurturing environments where young people can thrive.
What You’ll Do
* Support daily care needs and plan activities aligned with individual care plans and goals.
* Role model positive behaviours and apply age-appropriate strategies.
* Communicate effectively with staff and management regarding youth-related matters.
* Safely transport clients in accordance with legal and safety guidelines.
* Maintain accurate and compliant program records and documentation.
* Deliver culturally inclusive services, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, to support sustainable outcomes in a culturally safe environment.
What You’ll Bring
* Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or equivalent.
* Experience working with children and young people in care.
* Strong interpersonal skills and a calm, empathetic approach.
* Current driver’s licence (P2 minimum).
* Understanding of child protection and domestic violence frameworks (desirable).
* Possess or the ability to obtain a National Police Check, Blue Card (Working with Children) and a Licensed Care Services (LCS).
Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.
About Us
We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care.
Employee Benefits:
* Employee Assistance Program;
* A work culture that values you.
* Discounts through our large network of retail partners including: JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, Bupa Health, Plus, many more.
Ready to Make a Difference - Apply now!
Help shape brighter futures for young people in care. Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. “Click the Apply Button”. For further inquiries, contact Admin 07 3387 6200.
We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
Applications will be assessed as received.
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