About Us
Community Gro is a Not for Profit organisation operating in the Community Services sector in Townsville. We deliver a range of programs to support families and individuals to help reduce social and economic pressures and create life changing opportunities.
Specialised Alternative Learning Program
The Youth Worker is a highly motivated, emotionally intelligent, creative and flexible team member who is passionate about supporting young people to re-engage in learning. This program provides an Specialised Alternative Learning Program within a safe and supportive environment, focusing on developing skills, confidence and positive habits to help each participant re-engage in education.
About the Role
Part time Position- 30 hours a week. Monday-Friday (1 position available)
* The goal is to engage and support young people aged 10-13 years to access a safer place to reduce the risk of offending, re-offending, and engaging in anti-social behaviours.
* Assist in the implementation of alternative learning for young people, increasing their engagement with learning through fun and supportive activities.
* Help young people to remain active in the program and diverted from potential disengagement from school systems.
* Implement Behaviour Management strategies that respect the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of the young person.
* Assist in supervision of young people in the daily operations of activities and programs for young people.
* Increase options for young people by overseeing the implementation of diversionary activities and assessment.
* Transport – provide transport for young people to improve access, inclusion, and engagement in the program.
* Encourage and support young people to improve relationships with Police, school, and other institutions.
* Encourage and support young persons to build relationships within Community, improving access and connectedness to Community Elders mentorship.
* Work autonomously within company guidelines and provide support and assistance to staff.
Desirable skills and experience
SC 1 Minimum Certificate III qualification in Community Services, Youth Work or equivalent, and/or have relevant minimum 12months experience in a similar role.
SC 2 Demonstrable knowledge and skills gained through qualifications and/or previous experience in a similar role involving group work or working with youth.
SC 3 Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with extensive experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and building relationships with young people.
SC 4 Ability to develop strong rapport with young people and engage in learning activities with a fun and supportive approach.
SC 5 Current Queensland Class C Drivers Licence, Satisfactory National Police Clearance, and current positive Working with Children Blue Card.
Applications close 4pm Friday 10th April 2026
For further information, please apply via Seek with a Resume and a Cover Letter briefly addressing the selection criteria.
Community Gro Website - https://www.communitygro.org.au/
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
Community Gro acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of this country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to them, their culture and to the Elders past, present, and emerging. We particularly acknowledge the Wulgurukaba and Bindal people on whose land Community Gro Inc. is located.