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Youth Worker

Anglicare Central Queensland
Rockhampton, QLD
A$46 p/h + superannuation
Community Services & Development → Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services
Casual
On-site

Posted 8 days ago


$46p/h + superannuation (Casual)

About the role:

We are currently seeking casual Youth Workers (Outreach Support Workers) to join our team in Rockhampton. Our Outreach Support Workers will provide respite to carers by taking planned outings with young people (these shifts are likely to take place in the afternoon or on the weekend). As part of the Residential Care team, shifts in our Residential Care homes are also part of this role.

What will a typical day look like?

  • Provide opportunities for children and young people to develop and learn life skills appropriate to their age and ability.
  • Support young people in maintaining connections with family, culture, country, and community.
  • Support young people to develop safety, health, and wellbeing measures.
  • Support social, recreational, educational and health activities for young people in line with their individual care plan.
  • Support young people in accessing appointments (transport).
  • Engage therapeutically with young people.

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention/Community Services or equivalent or working toward this qualification (proof of enrolment required).

Alternative qualifications or working towards:

  • Certificate IV in Mental Health, Community Services or Youth Work
  • Diploma in Behavioural Science, Counselling, Nursing or Mental Health

All other training is available through AnglicareCQ.

Who we are:

For almost 40 years, our truly local team of professionals have worked with people from a variety of backgrounds and beliefs to support them in living their best life. AnglicareCQ is a not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation – and we give effect to that purpose through our staff. We endeavour to make the most ordinary things extraordinary – simply by doing them with the right people.

AnglicareCQ offers a diverse scope of interdependent and inter-related career paths which enables staff mobility and growth. Careers with AnglicareCQ are from a wide range of disciplines including leadership, community services, child protection, housing, and support services. We serve communities in and around Rockhampton, the Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Biloela, Moura, Blackwater, Emerald, Barcaldine, and Longreach.

What you will bring to the role:

  • A passion and genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of Central Queenslanders.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
  • The ability to identify and embed solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience working within a high-performance framework where you are accountable for KPIs on program delivery and outcomes, within a face-paced solutions focussed environment.
  • Effective time management and organisational skills.
  • A strong communicator, able to quickly build rapport and influence across a diverse range of people.

Other Requirements:

  • Full COVID-19 Vaccination
  • Ability to obtain a Blue Card (working with children check positive notice or exemption)
  • Ability to obtain a Yellow Card (disability services positive notice or exemption notice)

What are the benefits of working for AnglicareCQ?

We have a common purpose throughout our organisation to serve the people of Central Queensland, to help them live their best life. AnglicareCQ offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful employment and be part of a holistic team that supports people in our local communities.

  • We offer the opportunity to work within an organisation committed to social change.
  • We have a supportive and pragmatic management team.
  • Professional development and study are encouraged and supported.
  • We offer a professional work environment filled with passionate, diverse and driven people.
  • We provide access to health and wellness programs for all staff.

Have questions? Call or email our Recruitment and Onboarding Officer to learn more:

Mikiellie Newman

[email protected]

(07) 4837 5393

Applications close at 8am, Friday 9th May


About Anglicare Central Queensland

Rockhampton, QLD, Australia
Community Services & Development
501-1000 employees

For 40+ years, our truly local team of professionals have worked with people from a variety of backgrounds and beliefs to support them in living their best life. AnglicareCQ is a not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation – and we give effect to that purpose through our staff. We endeavour to make the most ordinary things extraordinary – simply by doing them with the right people.

AnglicareCQ offers a diverse scope of interdependent and inter-related career paths which enables staff mobility and growth. Careers with AnglicareCQ are from a wide range of disciplines including leadership, community services, child protection, housing, and support services.

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